Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Chinchero is a town and archaeological site located in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, Peru, at an altitude of 3,762 meters (12,343 feet).
It is known for its well-preserved Inca agricultural terraces and a colonial-era church built on the foundations of an Inca temple.
The site was once a royal estate of the Inca emperor Tupac Inca Yupanqui. The terraces are still used for farming today, particularly for growing potatoes and corn.
Chinchero is famous for its traditional textile production, with local weavers creating high-quality wool products using ancient techniques.
The town also has a market, where visitors can buy handmade textiles, pottery, and other crafts.
It is located about 28 kilometers (17 miles) from Cusco and is a popular stop for tourists traveling through the Sacred Valley.
Chinchero is a town and archaeological site located in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, Peru, at an altitude of 3,762 meters (12,343 feet).
It is known for its well-preserved Inca agricultural terraces and a colonial-era church built on the foundations of an Inca temple.
The site was once a royal estate of the Inca emperor Tupac Inca Yupanqui. The terraces are still used for farming today, particularly for growing potatoes and corn.
Chinchero is famous for its traditional textile production, with local weavers creating high-quality wool products using ancient techniques.
The town also has a market, where visitors can buy handmade textiles, pottery, and other crafts.
It is located about 28 kilometers (17 miles) from Cusco and is a popular stop for tourists traveling through the Sacred Valley.
