Our Ambassador to Peru, Mr. Mai Guoyan, believes that the signing of this agreement will further promote all kinds of exchanges between the people of the two countries, strengthen economic and cultural exchanges between the two countries, and promote the development of mutual tourism and trade undertakings.
Peruvian Foreign Minister Alan Wagner, speaking of the prospects for tourism cooperation between China and Peru, pointed out that China is the world's leading economic power and that the Chinese tourism market will provide Peru with great opportunities, and that the Peruvian government will provide more convenience for Chinese tourists and entrepreneurs, among others, in an effort to get the Chinese side to declare Peru as the target country for official tourism for Chinese citizens in the near future.
But experts believe that it is too early to open Peru as a destination country for our citizens to travel abroad at their own expense. Because there is no economical means of transportation that can reach South America in a relatively short period of time, the opening does not have much practical significance for travel agencies.
South America's largest country, Brazil
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Brazil Tourism Overview
Brazil is the largest country in South America, with a land area of 8511,965 square kilometers, the land area, population, economic strength and level of economic development ranked first in South America. Because of the vast land area, forests, minerals, water resources, coupled with the government's encouragement, Brazil has become the ideal object of foreign investment, over the years Brazil has been the world's most successful in attracting foreign investment in one of the countries.
Brazil is a multi-ethnic and colorful country, and she is famous for her many festivals. Spring and fall are the best times to visit Brazil. There are many fun things to do in this amazing land. In addition to soccer, samba, a variety of programs, you can also go to see the three major cities of Brazil - Brasilia, S?o Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, for those who like nature, the Amazon forest, Iguassu Falls, the Amazon tidal wave can not be avoided to enjoy some.
Business etiquette
When you visit a business, wear a conservative, dark-colored suit. Always remember to keep your demeanor warm and friendly. Whether you are visiting a government agency or a private organization, it is important to make an appointment in advance. Punctuality is very important in S?o Paulo and should not be taken lightly. Brasilia is the new modern capital, but the commercial center is still the city of S?o Paulo. S?o Paulo is located in the southeastern part of the Brazilian plateau in the Mar Mountains of the Great Escarpment of the population of more than 8.63 million people, is Brazil's largest city, S?o Paulo capital. Southeast from the outer port of Santos 63 kilometers, is now Brazil's largest industrial center, concentrating about half of the country's industrial production, coffee, frozen meat, sugar, cotton and other trade is extremely prosperous. Brazil ranks 4th in the world in arms exports.
In Brazil, the color of brown, purple indicates sadness, yellow indicates despair. They believe that the death of a person is like the fall of a yellow leaf, so they avoid the color brown. People superstitious purple color will give people come to grief. In addition, it is also believed that the dark brown color will attract misfortune. Therefore, very hate this color. In Brazil, there was a case of failure when a clock exported from Japan to Brazil was decorated with a purple band on the case, which was considered an unlucky color and was therefore unpopular. In Brazil, it is more convenient and friendly to use the local language in conversation and writing. Business cards should be in the local language, and product descriptions should be in the local language.
Brazilians are not shy about showing their feelings, and people embrace each other warmly on the street and shake hands when meeting and parting, regardless of gender. Women meet face to face and make kissing noises with their mouths, but their mouths do not touch their faces.
When negotiating with a Brazilian businessman, it is important to be on time. If the other party is late, even if it is 1-2 hours, it should be understood. Like most Latin Americans, Brazilians have a more casual attitude towards time and work. When dealing with Brazilians, you don't want to jump the gun and talk about work when your host doesn't bring it up. Be cordial and close to the conversation, but don't be tactless. No matter how hot it is there, it is appropriate to wear dark-colored clothing. A Brazilian is especially fond of children, and you can praise his children during the conversation. Brazilian men like to laugh, but guests avoid jokes about the local ethnicity. It's best to keep your mouth shut about local political issues.
On the second day after a visit to a Brazilian's home, send the hostess a bouquet of flowers or a note of thanks. Flowers should never be sent in purple, which is a symbol of death.
Eating Habits
Brazil is a country made up of many ethnic groups such as Europeans, Africans, Indians, Arabs, and Orientals, but at the core are Brazilians of Portuguese descent. In addition, since immigrants from southern European countries such as Spain and Italy make up the overwhelming majority in Brazil, Brazilian customs are very similar to those of Portugal and southern Europe. In terms of diet, Brazilians are characterized by a rice-based diet and like to serve fried rice in oil, sprinkled with tomato powder similar to potato flour, along with beans similar to cauliflower beans. In the past, Brazilians did not like to consume vegetables, but since foreign immigrants planted large quantities of high-quality vegetables, the Brazilian family's Christmas table has become more plentiful. Eating fish is not yet fully popular among Brazilians, and it is usually eaten only on Fridays and at Easter. However, they all love shrimp, but it is very expensive. For a pleasant weekend meal, Brazilians like to put large pieces of meat on the fire and roast them.
"Ash Wednesday" is the last day of Carnival, Brazil's most famous carnival. In fact, the week before and after the day, Brazilian business activities almost completely stopped, during this period should be avoided. December to February is the local "summer" vacation period, the rest of the time it is advisable to visit. Brazilian public holidays: January 1, April 21, May 1, September 7, November 15, December 25 In addition, January 6, February 17-18, and June 24 and 29 are non-government holidays, but they are not sufficient for labor. Brazil has a season between September and February, with about 90% of the year's rainfall concentrated in the season.
Note that dinner time in Brazil starts as early as 8:00 or 9:00 a.m. and as late as 12:00 midnight. Drinking water is not safe. Only boiled water, or bottled drinks are allowed.
Also, the Indians of Brazil have an interesting custom. Bathing and eating are the most important parts of their lives. If someone comes to their home, they invite their guests to jump into the river and take a bath together, again and again, sometimes a dozen times a day. It is said that this is the most respectful etiquette for their guests, and the more often they bathe, the more polite and respectful they are to their guests.
Tourist souvenirs
Where to Brazil's tourists, most can not resist the seductive feeling of gemstones. Brazil has a wide variety of gemstones, including amethysts, opals, topazes, diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, etc. 65% of the world's colored gemstones are produced in Brazil.
Today Brazil is the world's premier jewelry center, and because these gems are mined, cut, set, and designed all in Brazil, they are inexpensive and attractive. The value of a gemstone is determined by color and texture. There are four things to look for when choosing a gemstone: color, hair cut, purity and price. The stronger the color and light, the higher the price of the gemstone.
Another thing worth buying in Brazil is leather goods, like shoes, slippers, purses and wallets. Some of the finest leather goods come from the south of Brazil, and handmade leather goods can be bought at street craft fairs. There are also handicrafts, like pottery, handmade lace and embroidery from the northeast, highly seductive Indian handicrafts mostly from the northern Amazon, and beautiful woodwork and straw ornaments found throughout the country.
Don't forget Brazil's famous coffee, which is a popular gift. Roasted and ground coffee is available in supermarkets and bakeries, vacuum-packed to keep it fresh, or you can buy it in paper bags at the airport.
Colorful festivals
When people think of Brazil, they always think of Carnival. During Carnival, everyone in the country, from toddlers to gray-haired old men, slum housewives to celebrities, pours out into the streets to party. Carnival originated in medieval Europe and was most prevalent in Catholic Latin countries such as Italy, Spain, France and Portugal. The official period for the first three days of Lent, because the Church prohibits meat and entertainment during Lent, people enter the Lenten period before the song and dance for several days, in order to get addicted to the fun, days and years, evolved into a fixed mass carnival.
Besides Carnival, there are many other festivals in Brazil.
Poseidon Festival: January 1st. This is a festival that has been celebrated for more than 200 years to welcome the old and the new, to honor the god of the sea and to pray for the safety of the family in the coming year.
Holy Spirit Festival: Early June. Originally a folk festival in Portugal, it was first celebrated in Brazil in 1819 and lasts for ten days, starting in early June every year.
The Festival in Honor of the New Year: late June. It is a traditional festival in northeastern Brazil. Celebrations to parade performance as the main form, the content of the program is rich and colorful, mostly through the cattle encounter to express the love and hate for today's society, to express the custom of people to honor the cattle, love cattle.
Brazilian music is known for its delicacy, beauty and variety. The most typical and fascinating rhythm of music and dance is the samba.
According to the World Ecotourism Society, ecotourism is defined as tourism that utilizes the natural and cultural heritage in a sustainable way, providing economic support for environmental protection and economic benefits for local populations, and is sometimes characterized by adventure and rural tourism.
In recent years, Brazil has seen a vibrant ecotourism, with the number of tourists increasing at a rate of 20 percent per year. According to the Brazilian General Tourism Corporation (CGT), 500,000 people participate in ecotourism in Brazil every year, and family ecotourism is also very common in some regions. Foreign tourists to Brazil, mainly from South American countries, reached 3.78 million in 2002; 30,000 people are employed in ecotourism, 5,000 businesses or institutions are linked to ecotourism, and 250 tourism companies specializing in ecotourism are operating in the country. This is mainly due to the growing concern for ecology and to get away from the hustle and bustle of the cities.
Brazil's rapid development of ecotourism is due to Brazil's rich ecotourism resources. Brazil covers an area of 854.7 million square kilometers, the majestic Iguassu Falls in the south, the Amazon River in the north, the beautiful Atlantic Ocean beaches in the east, and the endless Pantanal Swamp in the west.
In August 1503, when the navigator Amerigo was on Fernando? s main island in the Dinoronian Archipelago, he was mesmerized by the scenery around him. In his letter to the King of Portugal, he said that he had arrived in paradise. Exactly 500 years later, Fernando? Dinor?nia still holds today the title given to it by Amerigo, and is a World Heritage Site, a tourist mecca desired by Brazilians and foreign tourists alike.
Fernando? Dinor?nia is arguably the most beautiful and perfectly protected scenic spot in Brazil. It is located 545 kilometers from the Brazilian mainland and is a group of archipelagos that grows from 4000 meters off the Atlantic Ocean. With an area of 17 square kilometers, it is mainly composed of 21 small islands. There are 16 beaches throughout the island, with crystal clear waters and visibility up to 40 meters deep.
And the Pantanal Swamp, located in southern Brazil, is another scene. A combination of western grasslands and Amazonian forests, the 140,000-hectare swamp is home to 650 species of birds and 95 species of mammals. The Paraná River and its tributaries turn this grassland into a marsh. During the high water season, various species of fish feed on the fruits of the trees, and during the dry season piranhas become extremely aggressive, while crocodiles, which can be seen everywhere, are tame. A variety of creatures live in completely natural conditions and have become a hot spot for eco-tourism.
Protecting the environment is the key to maintaining the long-term development of eco-tourism, and for this reason the Brazilian government has formulated a series of laws and regulations on eco-tourism, which guarantees the healthy and orderly development of eco-tourism.
The development of Ferris Island has been prudent, striving to seek a balance between man and nature, and always taking environmental protection as a guideline for the development of Ferris Island. Tourists receive education on ecology and environmental protection while on board the airplane. Each person is required to fill in personal details and stay for a maximum of seven days. Each visitor must also pay an environmental fee of about 8 dollars, which is considerably higher for visitors who stay longer than 10 days due to special circumstances.
Development of ecotourism in Faye Island, the local government to limit the number of people entering the island, not to build tall buildings, all to the principle of nature. Fiji's maximum daily capacity of 400 people, the island has 110 family hotels, the conditions are simple. The best hotels, however, charge a daily rate of 450 U.S. dollars. 2,300 residents live in a concentrated area of 30% of the archipelago, the rest of the island is in a completely primitive state, the government does not encourage new immigrants. At Gulberg Beach, the beach is open only in the morning to 100 visitors, with no more than 25 in each group, and stays of no more than 30 minutes are allowed.
It is worth noting that ecotourism in Brazil has become a classroom for educating the population. Agencies engaged in organizing ecotourism ask tourists to respect the local population, contribute to the development of the local economy, respect natural conditions and protect the environment. Brazilians who have participated in ecotourism not only enjoy the beautiful natural and ecological landscapes, but also take the initiative to be educated about the protection of the environment.
Tipping
Most restaurants usually add a 10% service charge to the bill. If the service is particularly good, tip the waiter a little extra. If the waiter gives you a look because you didn't tip more than 10 percent of the bill, don't pay attention to him, because you're not obligated to tip them extra.
Restaurants will also add a 10 percent service charge to your bill, but it doesn't have to be given to the person who helped you. At airports, tip baggage handlers and drivers who help with luggage, which costs around $0.50.
Barbershops and beauty salons ask for a 10 to 20 percent tip, and teenagers who watch your car on the side of the road will ask you for $0.50 when you turn around to pick it up. If you park outside a busy nightclub or theater, the teenagers will ask for $1 or $1.50 in advance, which is a good idea.
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Currency
The Brazilian currency is known as the real. There are six types of coins in circulation: 10, 20 and 50 centavos, and 1, 5 and 10 dollars***. The latest exchange rates between the US dollar and the Brazilian currency are listed daily in all major Brazilian newspapers. Barbershops and beauty parlors ask for a 10-20% tip, and the teenager who guards your car on the side of the road will ask you for $0.50 when you turn around to pick it up. If you park outside a busy nightclub or theater, the teenagers will ask for $1 or $1.50 in advance, which is a good idea.
Entry
Brazil does not require health or quarantine certificates for travelers entering the country, nor do they need them to travel from Brazil to another country. However, travelers who intend to visit the Amazon region, or the swamps of Mato Grosso, are advised to take a yellow fever vaccination to be on the safe side. Travelers are required to fill out a declaration at the airport before entering Brazil.
Customs
At the airport, customs officers will spot-check travelers who declare that they have "no valuables". In Brazil, as in most countries, meat, plants, fruits and seeds are prohibited and subject to confiscation. Travelers may bring into Brazil up to US$300 worth of goods purchased at airport duty-free stores ---- in any quantity, type or vintage. Travelers are also allowed to bring in up to US$300 worth of things purchased abroad, with no restrictions except for alcohol, which is limited to one bottle of wine and one bottle of spirits by rule.
[Mexican food] Mexico's food culture
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[Mexican food] Mexico's food culture
Mexico is an ancient civilization in Central America, in addition to the many monuments, its beautiful scenery of the Caribbean Sea is even more desirable, and the food is even more sumptuous. Because it was once ruled by Spain, and by the influence of ancient Indian culture, dishes are mainly hot and sour. And chili peppers, became indispensable to the Mexican food. Mexico's local production of chili peppers is estimated to have more than a hundred models, the color from red to dark brown, different; as for the degree of pungency, the more fine body, the higher the spiciness, the choice can be this as a standard.
Mexico's breakfast can be used to "wake up" to describe the various types of food are mainly spicy, even muffins are baked with chili peppers, authentic Mexican cuisine, the material is mostly chili peppers and tomatoes to play a major role in the flavor of sweet, hot and sour, etc., and more than ninety percent of the sauce is a modulation of chili peppers and tomatoes and become.
Mexican food is divided into appetizers, soups, main dishes and desserts, which is lighter soup to highlight the main dish of spicy and sour characteristics; Mexican food is not bound to table manners, can only eat with their hands, fully reflecting the characteristics of its ethnicity of the bold and heroic. Corn is one of the Mexican people's staple food, is also one of the indispensable materials of Mexican cuisine, and corn made of numerous side dishes, such as Taco (corn cakes), Nachos (corn cakes) and so on. Corn is a secondary ingredient in fish dishes, and fish fillets in a butter sauce are smooth and flavorful, while large grains of corn are sweet and refreshing.
The Mexican salad is unique, with ingredients like cactus and mixed greens similar to cucumber, and an orange-scented sauce that's refreshing in the mouth and even more so when paired with a Mexican cocktail.
South America travel has a new choice Uruguay into the Chinese destination
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Chinese citizens who want to travel to South America, in addition to Brazil, Argentina, in the future there will be a new choice - Uruguay.
The reporter was informed yesterday that the Chinese government has approved Uruguay as a destination country for Chinese citizens. The tourism departments of the two countries will be approached. Uruguay is located in the southeastern part of South America, an area of more than 176,000 square kilometers, known as the "South American small Switzerland". The country has Laplatas River, is a famous summer resort. The reporter learned from some travel agencies, future travel to Uruguay, will be "bundled" Brazil or Argentina, the price may then be two or three million yuan.
Impressions of Medellin, Colombia
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Medellin was the world's "most unsafe" city in the 1980s and '90s because of the infamous Medellin cartel and high crime rates. Today, however, "fear is gone and Medellín is a city of hope. It's time for us to come together and make our dreams a reality." --This is one of the most frequent words of Fajardo, the nearly 50-year-old mayor of Medellín. Medellín is on the road to a "clean slate" since the election of the tie-less, "pro-people" mayor in 2003.
The Fajardo administration
focuses on education, culture and social development. In an interview with reporters, Medellín's director of culture, Wimberto, said that the Santo Domingo neighborhood, for example, was the most dangerous place in Medellín 15 years ago, with frequent incidents of vicious crime that made it a "no-go area" for ordinary citizens.
But things changed a few years ago. The government has invested the equivalent of 80 million euros in the past three and a half years*** to help build schools, gymnasiums, hospitals and libraries, and to carry out housing renovation and infrastructure repairs, so that the community's soft and hard conditions have been improved. Residents' satisfaction with the government has also risen considerably, and Santo Domingo is no longer the most dangerous corner.
The changes in Santo Domingo can be said to epitomize the development of the city of Medellín. The only Colombian city with a subway is catching the world's attention with a new look.
Walking down the streets of Medellín you will find that although there are still graffiti stains on the street corners, beautiful murals are increasingly appearing and adorning the city; parks, sculptures, libraries ...... more and more people, especially the poor, don't have to travel long distances to find a good place for relaxation and study; roads, commercial centers, and residential construction sites Construction workers can be seen everywhere, they are a bright landscape of the city's construction; cable cars built specifically for the poor to solve the travel difficulties of the Santo Domingo community residents, but also to increase communication and exchange between different communities.
What touches you even more is the simplicity, friendliness and warmth of the people of Medellín. Everyone in this city has a genuine smile on their face and is always ready to solve problems for others. They are willing to say out loud how proud they are of the city's development, even though the government still needs to do more in terms of job creation and policing.
The hospitality and intelligence of Medellín's citizens were equally impressive at the cultural events of the Association of Hispanic Colleges Congress: "Little Hispanic Congress" allowed children to choose the 10 most beautiful Spanish words, and "Literary Walk" brought together 60 Latinos for the first time. "Literary Walks" brought together 60 Latin American authors for 24 symposiums, "The Talking Tree" played recordings of masterpieces by literary giants in the schoolyard, and "Traces of the City" was a hand-painted drawing by students and teachers of the school of their own Medellín. ......
The events, which lasted more than a month, attracted a large number of Medellín citizens and put the city in a festive mood. In order to create a new international image for the modern industrial city, the city government also adopted slogans such as "Medellín: City of Education" and "Medellín: City of Literature".
The reporter met Elena, a volunteer at the Hispanic Congress, Laura, a reporter for the Digital City website, and Diego, who works in Medellín's education department, all of whom are young people who were born and raised in the city, and who have a strong sense of belonging to the city and self-identification, as the city is now a city full of people who want to learn about the world. Medellin is now a city of confidence, smiles, harmony and hope.
Universal Scenic Tourism--Western South American countries
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Western South America is located in the Andean region from Trinidad in the north to Tierra del Fuego in the south, covering an area of about 5.46 million square kilometers, including Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia and Chile 6 countries. The population is about 105 million. They are mainly Indo-European and Indian. The population is mainly concentrated in the Bolivian highlands, river valleys and cities.
I. Peru
Peru is located in the western part of South America, southwest of the vast Pacific Ocean. The country is roughly between the equator and 18 ° south latitude, all in the tropics. The coastline is about 2800 kilometers long. With an area of 128.5 square kilometers, it is the third largest country in South America. The population is about 22.33 million (1990).
Peru's topography is characterized by a high central part, crossed by the Andes, and a low eastern and western part; mountains account for about one-half of the country's area, and there are many intermountain plateaus and basins. The country can be clearly divided into three physical geographic regions. One is the dry west coast plain. It is located along the Pacific Ocean and is in the shape of a long and narrow belt. Due to the control of the subtropical high pressure in the South Pacific Ocean, the prevailing offshore southeast trade winds, offshore and the Peruvian cold current, and thus very little precipitation (less than 50 millimeters of annual precipitation), is a typical tropical desert climate. However, summer temperatures are not very high and winters are mild and pleasant. The second is the cool central mountains. There are high mountains on its eastern and western sides, and Mount Huascaran in the Western Cordillera, at 6,768 meters, is the highest peak in Peru. The southern region between the eastern and western high mountains is the intermountain plateau, on which is located the famous active volcano Misti. The region has a cool climate due to the large altitude and relatively low temperatures. At an altitude of 2,000 to 4,000 meters, the population is more densely populated, historically an important area of the Inca Empire, its capital is located here in Cusco. Third, the eastern rainforest region. Located east of the Andes, including the Ucayali Valley in the upper reaches of the Amazon River and the floodplain in the lower reaches of the Mara?on River. The hot and humid air from the Atlantic Ocean is blocked by the Andes here, forming abundant topographic rain, and the terrain is relatively low, so the climate is humid and hot, covered with a large area of forest.
(I) tourism resources
Peru is rich in tourism resources in South America, tourism is more developed countries, especially the Inca ruins of the most attractive to foreign tourists. Most of the country's tourist sites and tourist attractions are distributed in a tourist route. Usually travelers first to the capital city of Lima, and then go to the historic city of Cusco, the beautiful Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, Chimbote, the city of truth, the ancient castle of Machupicchu, the Nazca Valley and other places. Lima is the capital of the country, the political, economic, cultural and transportation center of the country and an important tourist city. It is located in the middle of the desert on the west coast plains and is connected to the Pacific port city of Callao to the west. It was first built in 1535. During the colonial period, it was a Spanish colonial base in South America. The city was severely damaged by earthquakes in 1764 and 1970, but was later rebuilt and developed, and became the capital when the country gained independence in 1821. The climate is dry, with virtually no rain during the year, but many trees still grow due to the high groundwater table. The city is divided into two parts: the Old City and the New City. The Old Town still has many colonial buildings, short houses and narrow streets, but there are many squares. In the center is the "Armed Square", east of which is the Catholic Church built in the 17th century in the Spanish architectural style, surrounded by tall buildings such as the Lima Municipal Building built in 1938. Not far to the northeast of the square is the beautiful Alameda Park. Another famous square is Plaza San Martín. Here stands the statue of General San Martín, a national hero of the American War of Independence. A third important square is the Plaza de Mayo 2, with its marble monument commemorating the victory over the Spanish Armada in 1866, and near the University of San Marcos, one of the most important institutions of higher education in Latin America. In the city's new town, there is the Plaza Bolívar, which is surrounded by the Museum of Precious Works of Art, built at the beginning of the 19th century, the Museum of Ethnology and Archaeology, which contains pre-Incan stone tools, earthenware and mummies, and the Inquisition Gallery. There is also the National Museum of Art and the "Gold Museum", which has a collection of more than 6,500 gold artifacts from the Inca period.
▲Callao, Lima's outer harbor, is located on the Bay of Callao, west of Lima, and serves as both a commercial and fishing port, as well as a military port. The port is home to the country's largest fishing fleet, which catches a large amount of fish each year, and is also the world's largest fishmeal processing center. It is also visited by a considerable number of tourists. Cusco, a historic city in southern Peru, capital of the ancient Inca Empire, is the country's most important tourist destination. It is located in the intermountain basin of the Andes. The climate is cool and the landscape is magnificent. The Incas established the Inca Empire with this as the center, creating the Inca culture as the highest peak of civilization in the South American continent. Later the Spanish invasion, and repeated earthquakes, suffered great damage. However, there are still many palaces, temples and other buildings from the Inca era left. These ancient buildings, together with a large number of buildings built by the later Spanish colonizers, formed the city's unique architectural style. In the center of the city there is the Plaza de Armed Forces, in the northeast of which there are the Temples of the Sun, Moon and Star, in the southeast there are the ruins of the Mansion of the Sun Goddess and the Temple of the Serpent, and in the southwest there is the Plaza de la Jubilación, where the Incas celebrated the triumphant return of the imperial army. One and a half kilometers from the city of Cusco, there is the world-famous Sacsayhuaman Round Fortress, where the ancient Indians held their "Sun Rituals". To the east of the fort are the ruins of Kenco, where the amphitheater and the temple still exist. In addition, there are hot springs and waterfalls 9 kilometers from the city. More than 100,000 tourists visit this place every year.