Cusco 08002, Peru
Incredible building, beautiful both inside and out. However there's something a bit off with paying to see a church. Also, despite payment being necessary, photos inside aren't allowed.
There’s magic around this place. No mater if you are religious or not, it’s just simple beautiful and amazing. Visited this place during a religious festivity and was a great experience. It’s an historical building.
Looking at the cathedral makes you feel that you are in Europe. This as all the other cathedrals was built over an Inca Temple. We came here as part of a walking tour. The interior is very pretty and some part of it was gilded wood. There are huge paintings inside the church that show the native take on the Spaniards and a native flair on Infant Jesus, Mother Mary as well as the Last Supper. I specially was fascinated to learn that the Spaniards purposefully reflected light inside the church to imply that the sun god is now inside the church. This seemed to attract the natives to convert to Catholicism. No pics allowed inside. Must visit.
This is a very inspiring place to visit. Cusco is a very special city and her cathedral is special, too. I especially enjoyed the black Jesus and the painting of the last supper where cuy was served. Well worth the 25 Soles admission.
A beautiful cathedral. While I was there, Cusco was celebrating with lots of dancing. It was great to be a part of.
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