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Cusco Cathedral
The cathedral on Cusco's main square is a strong stop for colonial art, especially Cusco School painting, carved wood and silverwork. It also shows how the city changed after the conquest.
Why go
Inside, paintings made in the Cusco School share space with elaborate wood carving and worked silver. The building occupies part of the former Inca palace site on the central square, making it a concrete example of the colonial city built over the Inca capital. Give the art time rather than treating the church only as a façade.
What to look for
Cusco School paintings are central to the interior collection.
Carved wood and worked silver add detail beyond the main altar.
The cathedral stands on Cusco's Plaza de Armas.
Useful to know
Pair the cathedral with a walk around the Plaza de Armas to read its place in the city.
Check visitor access around services before planning an interior visit.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
