# Qorikancha

Cusco, Peru

Qorikancha was the Inca Empire's holiest temple, dedicated to the sun god Inti and once sheathed in gold. The Spanish stripped its treasure and built the convent of Santo Domingo above its flawless curved Inca walls.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Qorikancha, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: -13.52, -71.97555556

[City page](/cities/cusco)

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