Tour Details: 12-Angle Stone

The twelve angled stone; It is one of the most popular attractions that exist in the city of Cusco.

Its prestige is due to the age of its structure, great finish and perfectionist edging, characteristic of Inca architecture and currently considered Cultural Heritage of the Nation of Peru.
The stone is part of the headquarters of the Archbishop’s Palace in Cusco, which was previously the residence of Inca Roca, the sixth sovereign of the Incas.

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Departure Point	Hatun Rumiyoc street near the San Blas
Departure Time	Free Access 24h/24h
Return Time	–
Duration	Stay as long as you want
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Itinerary: 12-Angle Stone

FREE ACCESS – NO NEED TO BOOK

The twelve angled stone is the representative symbol of the architecture of all Inca constructions. In addition, it is the main attraction of the historic center of Cusco. For its perfect carving on each side of its angles and also perfectly unified with other stones that surround it. It is part of the current settlement of the Archbishop’s Palace of Cusco and the Religious Art Museum of the city, although previously in Inca times it was the settlement of the palace of the sixth ruler of the Inca empire (Sinchi Roca).

What characteristics does the stone of the 12 angles have?

• The stone of the 12 angles is composed of a diorite formation, with 12 edges that highlight the perfectionist Inca architecture.
• The famous stone of the 12 angles is very frequented and valued by tourists when they arrive in the imperial city of Cusco.
• You can take incredible photos on the stone, but we recommend you not to touch it, since it is considered a relic from the time of the Incas.
• You do not have to pay an entrance fee to see the famous stone of the 12 angles, the street where the stone is located is freely accessible to the general public.

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Trip Recommendations

• A break between two excursions? Visit this place !

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