At a distance of 120 km. (75 miles) from Cusco, at an altitude of 2,400 m (7,900 p) above sea level, are the ruins of Machu Picchu. The spectacular surrounding ecological system, consists of a lush jungle and rugged mountains. It is believed that Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas, one of the finest examples of Inca architecture, was built in the middle of the fifteenth century by Inca Pachacutec. Lost in history, was not discovered until 1911 by the American explorer Hiram Bingham.

The ruins are located on the eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two separate areas: the agricultural and the urban. The latter includes the civil sector (dwellings, canals) and the sacred sector (temples, mausoleums, squares and royal houses). Although the constructions show different levels of architecture, religious buildings exhibit a high degree of perfection. The general construction was made with stone roofs and trunks of trees, covered with bunch grass or straw. The walls were made with an inward inclination to protect against earthquakes.

Why Qorichaska Cusco Hostel?

We are Qorichaska Cusco Hostel, with many years of tradition in our best guarantee that your trip, as well as providing personalized and friendly any questions you have, not only provides shelter service, but also be the leader of the research, and also offers the clear and concise information about everything you need to know to travel to Peru and learn about our city of Cusco, we understand your needs, whether in your business travel, business or backpack so we can provide space and break that deserves

Qorichaska Hostel is the exclusive venue for those who want the privilege of staying in the center of the city of Cusco, just three blocks from the Plaza de Armas, in a house that is part of the monumental area, is a colonial house traditional in our Backpackers Hotel one can enjoy the colonial architecture, and go back in time and be part of Inca history.