Cusco Tourist Attractions Cusco, once the capital city of the
Incas, is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the
Americas. In 1983 the city was named a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. The ruins of the old Inca city became the foundation for
the Spanish architecture which exists today. Walking through the
narrow streets lined by Inca walls, visitors can't help but feel
the history that exists here.The main tourist area is the Plaza
de Armas and the surrounding streets. Many of the cities main
attractions are within a few blocks of the Plaza. This is also
where visitors will find some of the best restaurants, hotels,
and shopping in Cusco.Uphill, to the northeast of the Plaza de
Armas is the San Blas district. Cobble stoned streets lead up
the hillside to this quaint little area. Many visitors choose to
stay in this section of the city, which is much quieter than the
central area and offers fine views over the entire
city.HistoryThe history of Cusco and the Inca Empire is hard to
distinguish from the myths and