A few hours wandering around Cusco

We had breakfast, and then I spent a couple of hours in the co-working area before going off to explore a bit more of Cusco.  Mark wasn’t feeling great, so he stayed in the hostel.  We arranged to meet later for a late lunch.

First, I headed back to the Plaza de Armas.  There was some kind of parade and ceremony going on.  Everyone, even the tourists milling around, had to stand still and pay their respects while the national anthem was played.

When I had seen enough, I walked up a cobbled street full of boutiques and souvenir shops.  I bought myself a couple of bracelets to replace ones that have fallen off.  A local guy pointed out the meaningful patterns in the Inca stonework for me.  ln exchange for a couple of soles, he explained their significance.  It was fascinating and not something I would have noticed by myself.Read more