Cusco
★★★★★
Hotel reviews
This is truly one of the world’s most beautiful hotels
It’s a rare privilege to stay in such a beautiful, historic building, particularly one that has been treated with so much care in its transformation.
- by Ben Groundwater
Not just Machu Picchu: 10 things to know about Cusco, Peru
The high Andean city of Cusco is the gateway to Machu Picchu but has abundant architecture, cultural sites, cuisine and shopping to charm visitors on its own terms.
- by Mark Daffey
Why Cusco is the gringo capital of the world
The Peruvian city of Cusco is home to half a million residents but attracts four times as many visitors each year.
- by Mark Daffey
Cosmopolis in the Andes
The Incas believed Cusco's breathless beauty made it the centre of the universe. Lance Richardson is inclined to agree.
Tyre tracks in the Andes
On back roads from Arequipa to Cuzco, Deborah Telford combines high-altitude cycling with gourmet grazing.
A taste of Novoandino
In crowded markets and cool cafes, Joanna Savill discovers the unique produce of the Andes and a new generation of chefs.
High altitude, low prices
Steve McKenna finds a budget-friendly place to enjoy grilled alpaca.
Sold down the river
A maniac guide turns a gentle paddle into a lung-busting ordeal, writes Rob McFarland.