Patacancha Andean Community

High in the mountains of Cusco, the Quechua community of Patacancha keeps alive the traditions and customs that are part of its identity. Visiting it means coming close to a culture expressed in colourful clothing, ancestral weaving techniques, farming activities and ceremonial rituals.

Just 40 minutes from Ollantaytambo, Patacancha is surrounded by remarkable Andean biodiversity. Its landscapes and its close relationship with nature help you understand the Andean world view, in which every activity and cultural practice keeps a deep bond with the land and the community.

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Ccaccaccollo Andean Community

Renowned for its community-based tourism, the Andean community of Ccaccaccollo lets visitors see its traditional way of life and cultural heritage at first hand, the legacy of centuries of learning. Located in the district of Taray, 30 minutes from the city of Cusco, it is surrounded by fertile valleys and mountains that reflect how closely its people live with nature.

In Ccaccaccollo you will be welcomed by a family who open the doors of their home and, with traditional music and dancing, introduce you to their way of life. During the visit you will discover their textile art, from gathering and preparing the fibres to dyeing them by hand with natural products, and you can even take part in the process. You will also see how the yarn is spun and how garments full of history are woven, with designs that tell the story of a living legacy.

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Misminay Andean Community

Surrounded by striking landscapes and places to visit, the community of Misminay is a place where Andean traditions come alive through authentic, hands-on experiences. Located in the district of Maras, about an hour and a half from the city of Cusco, Misminay also lets you combine this cultural experience with a visit to some of the most emblematic sites in the Sacred Valley, such as the circular terraces of Moray and the Maras salt pans.

Sharing time with its people, you will discover a culture kept alive through traditional weaving workshops, its cuisine and even its knowledge of the stars and the natural world.

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Huchuy Qosqo Andean Community – Parwa

The Andean community of Huchuy Qosqo is home to the Parwa restaurant, a community project that reinvests its profits in social programmes for local people. The restaurant is run entirely by the community itself, from welcoming guests to preparing the dishes, and it uses produce from local farms and from the organic garden growing on the premises.

On arriving at Parwa you will be welcomed by the community to the sound of Andean music, amid landscapes that add even more to the experience. Its cuisine takes you on a journey of flavours that will make your stay unforgettable, while you directly support the community of Huchuy Qosqo.

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