Cusco, known as the "Navel of the World", is a city located in the southeast of Peru, in the heart of the Andes. Once the capital of the powerful Inca Empire, this city is a historical and cultural treasure that attracts millions of visitors each year. Cusco is located at an altitude of approximately 3,400 meters above sea level, which gives it a cool climate and impressive mountain landscape. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, the city is a vibrant testimony to the fusion of Inca and Spanish cultures. Its colonial architecture, built on the foundations of ancient Inca palaces and temples, creates a unique and fascinating atmosphere. The Plaza de Armas , the nerve center of the city, is surrounded by colonial churches and historic buildings, and is the perfect starting point to explore its narrow cobblestone streets. Among the most notable sites are the Temple of the Sun ( Qorikancha ), the Sacsayhuamán fortress, and the nearby Sacred Valley of the Incas. In addition, Cusco is the gateway to the famous citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World History Cusco was the capital of the Inca Empire and is considered the navel of the world by this civilization. After the Spanish conquest, it became an important center of the colony. Geography - It is located in the Peruvian Andes at an altitude of approximately 3,400 meters above sea level. - Its climate is temperate, with a dry season and a rainy season. Culture - The city combines Inca and colonial influences, visible in its architecture, customs and festivities. - The Inti Raymi (Festival of the Sun) is one of the most important celebrations. Heritage Cusco was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1983. - It has important archaeological sites such as Sacsayhuamán , Qorikancha and, close to the city, Machu Picchu . Economy Tourism is one of the main sources of income, attracted by its historical and cultural wealth. Agriculture is also important,with products . Inti Raymi (June 24) - Also known as the Festival of the Sun, it is one of the most important celebrations in Cusco and all of Peru. - This Inca festival honors the sun god (Inti) and marks the winter solstice in the southern hemisphere. Corpus Christi (variable, generally in June ) -It is a Catholic holiday that has great relevance in Cusco. -A procession is carried out where the images of saints and virgins from different parishes are carried to the center of the city. Holy Week (variable, March or April) -Includes processions and religious ceremonies that commemorate the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Christ. - On Holy Monday, the procession of the Lord of the Tremors, the sworn patron of the city, takes place Feast of the Virgin of Carmen (July 16) Held in the Paucartambo district, near Cusco. The festival includes traditional dances, masses and processions in honor of the Virgen del Carmen. RELIGIOUS FESTIVITIES GENERAL ASPECTS PRESENTACIÒN