Colonial Mansions Cusco

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At the beginning of the colony, the kings of Spain, as well as the Church, sent their most distinguished representatives to live in the new continent. When they arrived, they chose well located plots of land to build their mansions. Many of them adorn the city with their beautiful majesty. The 7 described below are the most important.

Cabrera House Pre-Columbian Art Museum

Situated in one of the most peaceful and welcoming areas of Cusco, just a block from the Plaza de Armas, Casa Cabrera is an extraordinary…

Four Busts Mansion

This house, located on San Agustín Street, was originally the home of the Marquess of Salas y Valdés (known as the House of the Four…

House Of The Inca Garcilaso De La Vega

This colonial house, located to the west of Cusco's Plaza de Armas, was once the residence of the illustrious Cusqueño writer Inca Garcilaso de la…

House of the Marques de Picoaga

DESCRIPTION For its architecture, this construction is part of the Cultural Heritage of the City of Cusco. It was ordered to be built by the…

House Of The Marqués de Valleumbroso

DESCRIPTION After the invasion to the city of Cusco, the Spaniards proceeded to the distribution of lots having corresponded to the conqueror Pedro Luis de…

Archbishop Palace - Religious Art Museum

The Archbishop's Palace is a colonial mansion located in the city of Cusco, Peru. It is currently owned by the Archdiocese of Cusco and houses…

Palace of the Almirante - Inka Museum

It is a colonial house located on Cuesta Almirante Street, built by the Spanish admiral Francisco Alderete Maldonado, who occupied the house until his death…