Home » Uncategorized » Cusco!! so we are here to explore the past and see what the present is like for this area. this was the capital of the Inca empire back in the day and this city and the surrounding valley have a very rich history. so we are off to explore the city and the ancient ruins for the next 2 weeks, but first a look at some of the colonial history of the area as seen in there photos of the old town center.