From Cusco Tipon, Pikillaqta and Andahuaylias Midday Tour
Description
This service is for those people who want to learn the history of Peru as it combines not only visits to archaeological areas but also visit one of the first churches built in the colony in the 16th century. The church of Andahuaylillas is a beautiful example of colonial art we will learn about the process of evangelization and because the Catholic religion is the main religion in Peru. The service is offered in small groups and from the comfort of your hotel as they will be picked up at your accommodation, the guides have extensive knowledge and are bilingual and can interact with people of any nationality.
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Itinerary
Tipon is known for having agricultural terraces, irrigation systems and Inca architecture forming part of the Qhapac yam route. Tipon is an important archaeological center where we can see the hydraulic engineering work of the Incas.
Pikillaqta is considered to be one of the most famous and best preserved cities in the pre-Inca world. This archaeological center was built by the wari culture that developed in the Andean area between 700 AD and 1100 AD. The Wari were an Andean civilization that flourished in the center of the Andes. The Wari Empire established distinctive architectural centers in many of its provinces, such as Cajamarquilla or Piquillacta, is next to the Inca Empire, one of only two cultures considered imperial appeared in the southern hemisphere. Their main activity was military in nature and they fought throughout Peruvian territory, conquering the various lordships of their time. They also had large religious centers like Pachacámac in Lima.
The church of Andahuaylillas known as the Sistine Chapel of America is a beautiful work of art inside the walls are covered with stunning and colorful murals and beautiful canvases and altarpieces that are mostly decorated in gold leaf.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Passengers will be searched at your hotels and must wait in the lobby 15 minutes before the tour starts time. It is important to place phone number with whastapp as we will use that means to contact them. If the passenger is in a place very far from the main square of Cusco we will agree a meeting point that will be in the pool that is in the main square of Cusco.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
