Cusco
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Peru is synonymous with the Incas, without doubt the best known of the empires that existed in South America. Cusco was their capital and the focus of Spanish attempts to subjugate them when they arrived in the city in 1533; there were several fierce battles until the Inca rebellion was finally put down with the execution of Tupac Amaru in 1572. It is still possible to see some of their archaeological sites and impressive stone construction; the Spanish built many colonial churches and buildings on top of the Inca foundations to exert their authority after the Conquest. Cusco today is one of the most beautiful cities in Peru and the main destination for tourists visiting the country.
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Peru is synonymous with the Incas, without doubt the best known of the empires that existed in South America. Cusco was their capital and the focus of Spanish attempts to subjugate them when they arrived in the city in 1533; there were several fierce battles until the Inca rebellion was finally put down with the execution of Tupac Amaru in 1572. It is still possible to see some of their archaeological sites and impressive stone construction; the Spanish built many colonial churches and buildings on top of the Inca foundations to exert their authority after the Conquest. Cusco today is one of the most beautiful cities in Peru and the main destination for tourists visiting the country.
High quality photographic prints of Peru with a wide choice of framing options, canvas wrap prints and greeting cards are available. Please visit the Framed Prints page for more details. If you would like a print of any photograph that is not in the gallery please contact James Brunker at magicalandesphotos@yahoo.com A high resolution version of the desired image can easily be uploaded for you.
Please click on an image to see a larger version and description.
All photographic images and text © James Brunker 1999 - 2012. Reproduction or use of images without prior permission strictly prohibited.
Coricancha / Sun Temple
Much of the Cusco's city centre is built over the Inca original. This is perhaps best seen here where the Santo Domingo church and monastery has been built over the Inca foundations of the Coricancha or Sun Temple, once the most important temple in the Inca empire. The Inca stonework has remained unmoved despite many earthquakes; the colonial church has been rebuilt several times however, the last after a major earthquake in 1950.
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