Inca masonry and Sun Temple remains at Korikancha

Korikancha in Cusco is a structure where a colonial church was built over what was the Inca Temple of the Sun. The perfectly fitted blocks of Inca stonework and the Spanish architecture above meet in the same wall. Seeing the two eras stacked together is the clearest way to read the layers of the city's history.

Cusco sits at high altitude, so move slowly and drink water. Wear comfortable shoes on stone floors. A guide's commentary helps you notice the craft in the stone. Look closely at the seamless joints between the blocks.