With World Heritage site status care of UNESCO and the impressive claim of being the oldest continuous settlement in South America, Cusco is unquestionably among Peru’s most interesting visitor destinations. For history buffs and culture seekers alike, both the Museum of Popular Art and the Museum of Contemporary Art are sure to please, while the fine architecture on offer at the Santa Catalina Convent is also a highlight. The famous Machu Picchu site, with its ancient remains from the Incan civilisation that once lived here, is easily visited by daytrip from Cusco and few visitors regret the hike when they see the magnificence of this historic site.
