Foreigner Walking down Cuzco Streets

By Fernando Delgado Aguirre (translation by Walter Coraza Morveli and David Knowlton)

From the Cuzco of before to the Cuzco of today is a journey between the known and the lost. Only in vain could we hope that times past would become todays. Nonetheless, in spite of everything there are places that take us into the past without having to find a time machine. Read the rest of this entry

Plazoleta San Blas

By Walter Coraza Morveli (translated by David Knowlton)

One of the most visited neighborhoods of Cuzco, San Blas is famous for many things. There, were born Cuzco’s master craftsmen among the narrow streets with surprising names in Quechua that almost no one can memorize. It is where many people get turned around as if in a labyrinth that traps them with its spells. But that is not all. One of the most visited attractions in San Blas is its public market. Read the rest of this entry

Hey Casero! Take Some Bananas

By Brayan Coraza Morveli (translated by David Knowlton)

Vino Canchón is the largest market in the City of Cuzco and its major wholesale market. Located in the district of San Geronimo, this market supplies the whole city as well as nearby districts such as San Salvador and Urcos. Read the rest of this entry

An Old Colonial Door

By Walter Coraza Morveli (translated by David Knowlton)

Walking around this marvelous city shows us a lot of things that we can learn about. Cuzco tempts us to discover, explore, taste, and feel. We just have to let our sense free to roam and feel every moment of this culture and its thousands of year old roots. Read the rest of this entry

Stewed Peach Served Up

By Arnold Fernandez Coraza (translated by David Knowlton)

During Easter peaches show up in Cuzco and are an important food for the holiday. Of course they are enjoyed at other times, but during Holy Week they go into one of the traditional set of small servings eaten in honor of the holiday. Read the rest of this entry

Water from a Puma’s Mouth in Cuzco

By David Knowlton

Inca Cuzco was like an Island, a city between the Saphi and Tullumayu rivers. Though you can’t see them today, they are still there under streets and buildings. Water was key to its religion and its existence and it is a significant challenge for contemporary Cuzco. This World Day of Water reminds us to pay attention to water in Cuzco. Read the rest of this entry

A Mountain of Capuli Fruit in the Market

By Brayan Coraza Morveli (translated by David Knowlton)

Cuzco has fruit from around the world as well as native fruit. One fruit that is appearing in the markets these days and is particular to Cuzco is the Capuli. It is similar to the black cherry and is delicious and attractive. Its color and flavor draw people. Read the rest of this entry

Silver Statuette of the Inca

Cuzco celebrates today the day of the artisan. Artisans make important artistic contributions to the city of Cuzco. They teach us our identity and spread our culture around the world. In honor of these great craftsmen and artists today the city will carry out attractive activities, ceremonies, masses, and fiestas. The celebration will continue through the weekend and various courses and workshops will form part of it. Read the rest of this entry

Apple Juice

By Walter Coraza Morveli (translated by David Knowlton)

A new juice bar, Frutalix Juguería, has opened on the Sun Avenue in Cuzco. On this street, where the movement of tourists is strongest, there is a growing draw for tourists and Cuzqueños.  On one of the main veins of Cuzco’s heart this juice bar hopes to enchant guests with its cocktails and exotic juices. Read the rest of this entry

Handicraft Dolls

San Blas is historically a neighborhood of artisans. That is its tradition from time immemorial. On Fridays and Saturdays they get together in a fair and display their crafts to the public. Held in the Plazoleta de San Blas, right by the side of the famous church and the ever flowing fountain the artists set of tables and show their work. Tourists and locals can enjoy walking through their displays to know their handicraft, their experiences and the traditions of this historic neighborhood. Read the rest of this entry