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Señor de Huanca
Señor de Huanca [English]
The holiday is celebrated every September 14, characterized by a massive pilgrimage of devotees.
Every year, on September 14, thousands of devotees from Cusco, Peru and even from different places like Bolivia, Paraguay, Argentina and Chile, are directed to the sanctuary of Huanca to receive blessings. From Cusco, take 4-6 hour hike to get to "The Lord of Huanca.
Huanca is a beautiful site located at the foothills Pachatusan (who holds the world), almost on the banks of the river Vilcanota.
The Lord of Huanca was painted on a rock around where it has built an altar. According to reports the history, in 1675 the Indian Diego Quispe, tired of the abuses he suffered in the mine Yasos undertook the flight. He found a hideout in a cave, which was illuminated by the presence of Christ. The Priests of Mercy of Cusco, on learning, commissioned a renowned artist of the Cuzco school to paint a picture of Jesus in the place where it was the appearance. Since then the image began to be venerated and each September 14 innumerable devotees arrive at the scene, even from Argentina, Bolivia, Chile and Paraguay to be blessed by the priest of the shrine and that their wishes come true.


The holiday is celebrated every September 14, characterized by a massive pilgrimage of devotees.
Every year, on September 14, thousands of devotees from Cusco, Peru and even from different places like Bolivia, Paraguay, Argentina and Chile, are directed to the sanctuary of Huanca to receive blessings. From Cusco, take 4-6 hour hike to get to "Señor de Huanca".

 

Señor de Huanca

 

Dircetur cusco release a convocation to the Q'ente Award 2010 for tourist activity
It has organized the competition for the awards to the best companies in the tourism industry in our region which has been called "Q'ente AWARD 2010." This contest is organized by the Regional Government, Regional Directorate of Foreign Trade and Tourism (DIRCETUR) and the Project to Improve Tourism Services DIRCETUR.
This Award is the highest recognition at the regional level is given annually to businesses, individuals and organizations that highlight the tourism sector in the provision of quality tourist services and the social and environmental responsibility
Lodging establishments, travel agencies and Tourism, Restaurants, Tourist Travel and Tourism Guides, wishing to participate must complete an application form and supporting documentation information, the deadline for submissions will close on Tuesday 31 August for companies and until 10 September to official tourism guides, the presentation of the proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope in the direction of tourism in Cusco DIRCETUR located in the Plaza Tupac Amaru Mz 1 Lt 2.
Improving Project Quality Tourism Services DIRCETUR Cusco, is responsible for the development of rating criteria and evaluation of the participating companies and call The launch was on Thursday, August 19 from

It has organized the competition for the awards to the best companies in the tourism industry in our region which has been called "Q'ente AWARD 2010."

This contest is organized by the Regional Government, Regional Directorate of Foreign Trade and Tourism (DIRCETUR) and the Project to Improve Tourism Services DIRCETUR. This Award is the highest recognition at the regional level is given annually to businesses, individuals and organizations that highlight the tourism sector in the provision of quality tourist services and the social and environmental responsibility Lodging establishments, travel agencies and Tourism, Restaurants, Tourist Travel and Tourism Guides, wishing to participate must complete an application form and supporting documentation information, the deadline for submissions will close on Tuesday 31 August for companies and until 10 September to official tourism guides, the presentation of the proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope in the direction of tourism in Cusco DIRCETUR located in the Plaza Tupac Amaru Mz 1 Lt 2. Improving Project Quality Tourism Services DIRCETUR Cusco, is responsible for the development of rating criteria and evaluation of the participating companies and call The launch was on Thursday, August 19 from

Six archaeological monuments of Cusco are declared Cultural Heritage
Six archaeological monuments of Cusco are declared Cultural Heritage
Six archaeological monuments located in the province of Espinar have been declared Cultural Patrimony of the Nation by the National Institute of Culture (INC)
The National Directorial Resolution No. 1644/IN, published on August 11, 2010 in the journal Legal Standards of Official Journal El Peruano, which states the archaeological monuments that were declared National Cultural Heritage:
Lauca I
Lauca II
Santa Ana I
Santa Ana II,  en el distrito de Coporaque.
Also listed archaeological monuments:
Musullane
Tucsumayo in the town of Espinar.
All proposed new buildings, roads, highways, canals, mining claims or agricultural, housing and other works that might affect or alter the landscape of prehistoric archaeological monuments Cultural Heritage of the Nation must be approved by the INC.


Six archaeological monuments located in the province of Espinar have been declared Cultural Patrimony of the Nation by the National Institute of Culture (INC)
The National Directorial Resolution No. 1644/IN, published on August 11, 2010 in the journal Legal Standards of Official Journal El Peruano, which states the archaeological monuments that were declared National Cultural Heritage:Lauca I Lauca IISanta Ana I Santa Ana II,  en el distrito de Coporaque.
Also listed archaeological monuments:
Musullane Tucsumayo in the town of Espinar.
All proposed new buildings, roads, highways, canals, mining claims or agricultural, housing and other works that might affect or alter the landscape of prehistoric archaeological monuments Cultural Heritage of the Nation must be approved by the INC.
Andean Railways ready to work
 

 

On August 20th began to operate commercially and will Andean railways along the route

Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu and reservations can be made from 10th August. It was also mentioned that the tickets issued using as a trade name “Machu Picchu Train.”

 

After overcoming various technical tests on the way Machu Picchu, made his first trip to the citadel being ready to compete with Inka Rail PeruRail

 

The chief Executive of  Andean Railways, José Daniel Amado. Reported that have passed the latest tests and the Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC), receiving the corresponding official certification.

 

Also mentioned that the first trip, made with shareholders, officers, technical and administrative staff and family, was developed in the time established, smoothly, and the teams responded very satisfactorily.

 

In August will work just an autovagon with only a capacity of 54 passengers and sice November circulated three autovagones.

 

“By 2011 the company plans to make new investments that will make it a player in this market,” forward Amado.

Guaranteed security in Cuzco during national holidays

Guaranteed security in Cuzco during national holidays


More than 1000 police to provide security to tourists and the population to contact the national holiday celebrating the department of Cusco, informed the Territorial Police Directorate X (DIRTEPOL).
Also reported that the various divisions will patrol on foot, horseback and motorcycle

"The staff are alert to any criminal act that threatens the safety of visitors, whereas Cusco is a tourist destination," he said.
The concentration of police will be mainly in the airport terminals and land in the historic center.

For its part, the head of the Tourism Police, PNP Commander Chávez Nile Moon, specified that 150 personnel will guard the archaeological park of Sacsayhuaman, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Piquillacta and Tipon.

We will perform the same security measures deployed in the festivals of Cusco, where there was no problem. Also the access roads will be guarded by members of the Highway Patrol.
Police personnel also holds out the hotels for domestic and international tourists feel safe

The police chief recommended to visitors and Cusco to be vigilant and report any wrongdoing.

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Welcome to Los Apus Hotel & Mirador, a name synonymous with great swiss hospitality and service for the past 10 years

Cusco is the most historically significant place in South America; it was then the capital of the Incas.  From here you will be able to visit such fantastic Inca’s archeological sites as Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Pisac, Maras, Moray, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Or Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pukara and Tambo Machay at an almost walking distance from the Hotel. Also, heading south, you will discover Piquillacta, Tipon, Andahuaylillas and Raqchi.

Dating from the 17th century, the Hotel & Mirador Los Apus is a former Colonial-Indian residence which has been completely restored and equipped with a unique central heating system for your best comfort. Our facade foundation wall is attributed by the National Institute of Culture to a Pre-Incan culture. To step inside is to experience the fusion of both Spaniard (the colonial patio and its stone and wood columns) and Inca (ceramics, a ceremonial tomin, carved stones and four pre-inca walls) worlds.

We are nestled in the foothills of the unspoiled historical site of San Blas, located just three blocks away from the Plaza de Armas of Cuzco, its restaurants and souvenir shops. During the Inca time, this was an area of terraces used for cultivation and plants growing. You will still find four of those Inca terraces inside the hotel.

Here, as a cherished guest, you will be invited to experience Latin American hospitality combined with Swiss professionalism, and savour the superb cuisine of Cuzco at the Patio Restaurant or at the Mirador Restaurant & Bar’s terrace, located on the roof floor, from where you will enjoy unforgettable panoramic view of the city, especially at the sunset.

Accommodations:

20 tastefully decorated rooms, some with balconies, wooden floors, German soundproof windows, extra-long beds (205cm), 40-channels cable TV, central heating, in-room safe, smoke detectors, direct dial telephone, free in room Wi-Fi, private bath with tub or shower. Non-smoking and challenged guest rooms are available.

Restaurants:

"El Mirador Restaurant & Bar" and its roof terrace for magnificent panoramic views, or the cosy "El Patio Restaurant", surrounded by stone columns and wooden balconies, both featuring international and regional cuisine. 24 hours room service.

Facilities:

Free transportation from and to the airport. Free Coca tea at "El Patio", our highly rated restaurant. Free Wi-Fi access in all rooms and internet cabin down at the patio. Mail service. Hair dryers, oxygen tank and doctor upon request. Laundry. Fax. Money exchange. Flight and train reservations service.

We will be glad to help with any travel arrangement, please check our home tailored tours in the “Tours” tab of this web page.

Please contact us for any info you may need.

Also, take advantage of our online promotions and get discounts of US$ 20 per night at Los Apus Cusco Hotel.

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Tel : ++51/84/26-4243
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Web page: www.losapushotel.com
 
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