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Si vamos de Cusco a Puno el Ruta Cusco-Puno rumbo a la Ruta del Solprimer punto de parada y visita será Andahuaylillas. ¿Qué te ofrece Andahuaylillas?

Cusco-Puno, Route of the Sun

If you have already arrived in Peru and planning to visit Cusco, Inkayni Peru Tours offers a variety of packages and daily tours that suits your preferences. The route of the Sun is a must-do while in Cusco.

In this tour you will visit different tourist sites like Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, La Raya, and Pucara. They have great importance in the history of Cusco and Puno.

The Route of the Sun is part of a multi day tour that Inkayni Peru Tours has designed for you. You can visit our website and see all the options we have for you.

We have the following tours available:

Ruta del Sol, cuatro importantes lugares turísticos que podrás conocer.

Route of the Sun, four important tourist places that you can visit.

Route of the Sun

This route includes four important tourist places that you will visit and enjoy with the excellent service of Inkayni Peru Tours. Since this route is on the way from Cusco to Puno, you can decide where to start Cusco or Puno.

Andahuaylillas & The Sistine Chapel of America

Here you can find the Saint Peter Apostle church, well known as the “Sistine Chapel of America”, located in Quispicanchi province, Cusco. It is at an altitude of 3121 m.a.s.l.

You can find inside a Mudéjar-style painted ceiling (Mudéjar being an Iberian artistic style with moorish influence). The interior walls are covered in Baroque frescoes by artists from the Cusco School (escuela Cusqueña), the colonial and religious artistic tradition.

To get more information about Andahuaylillas, you visit this link: Andahuaylillas & The Sistine Chapel of America

"<yoastmark — La Capilla de Sixtina de América por dentro

Raqchi, Temple of Wiracocha

Temple of Wiracocha is one of the most outstanding places in Raqchi. It stands over 92 meters long ( 302 ft) and 25.5 meters wide (84 ft). It is a two story roof construction with windows and doors and a central adobe wall roughly 18 to 20 meters in height. On each side of the structure there is a row of 11 columns, built to support the building. The foundation is made of carved stone and the rest made of adobe and mud.

You can also find the The Colcas (warehouses) that were used to store food. These storehouses had grains, such as corn and quinoa, that would have been used for ceremonial purposes as well as pottery, woven cloth and military equipment.

Visit this link to learn more about this beautiful site: Raqchi, Temple of Wiracocha

La Raya and the Hidden Hot Springs

La raya is located in the district of Layo, province of Canas in the region of Cusco, at an altitude of 4328 m.a.s.l. These natural hot springs have medicinal properties that help the treatment of rheumatism, as well as diseases of kidneys and joints.

You will find more information about La Raya on this link: La Raya and the Hidden Hot Springs
La raya está ubicada en el distrito de Layo, provincia de Canas en la región del Cusco

Pucara, great in Textile and Craftwork Knowledge

The archeological site of Pucara is located 106 km from the Puno Region, Lampa Province, Pucara District, Peru. It is an incredible place that is dedicated to craftwork and pottery (nice objects made of clay). Pucara bulls or “Toritos de Pucara” are well known in many parts of the world for its curious appearance. Here you can visit see:

Santa Isabel Church
Lithic Museum of Pucara
Archeological Complex of Kalasaya.

Find out more things about Pucara on this link: Pucara, great in Textile and Craftwork Knowledge

Pucará es un lugar grandioso que además de poseer artesanía y alfarería (arte de elaborar objetos de barro o arcilla) de primera

Pucara is famous for its pottery, especially for its well known “Toritos”.

What is the best season to visit the Route of the Sun?

Most people, including tour operators, recommend coming during the dry season, from April to October, since there is less rain and the roads are safer.

Inkayni Tips:

Acclimatize to the altitude before you start the tour.
Take your passport or any personal ID with you all the time.
Drink water to keep hydrated.
Wear a hat and sunscreen to prevent from sun damage.
Have a camera with you.
Children can travel only under parents supervision.
Bring some cash with you.

Why to choose Inkayni Peru Tours?:

We are a local Peruvian tour operator.
We work with the real spiritual tour leaders.
Best Tour guides in the region.
We treat our team of porters the best with proper equipment, wages and health insurance for everyone.
The food provided for our treks is the best.
The best equipment (spacious tents, Air mattresses).
No hidden prices.
Small groups & personalized services.
Sustainable and eco-friendly tour company.
Committed to social projects and improving living conditions for the children of Peru.
Lots of facilities to book any expedition in Peru.