Puno, Peru

Coricancha (Qorikancha reference)

Coricancha (Qorikancha reference), Puno

Coricancha, the Inca "golden temple" in Cusco, was the empire's holiest shrine, dedicated to the sun god Inti and once sheathed in gold. After 1533 the Spanish built the convent of Santo Domingo atop its surviving stone walls.

What the app adds

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

Location

Coordinates: -13.51972, -71.97556

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