Regional authorities officially launched a new travel destination this past weekend. The Cusco Alto Andino tourism initiative integrates the southern provinces of Acomayo and Canas. The Regional Management of Foreign Trade, Tourism, and Crafts (GERCETUR) hosted the launch event at the Qoricancha esplanade. Authorities created this project to decentralize travel flows. They aim to promote new Andean territories beyond the classic Sacred Valley.
Exploring 46 Attractions Across 15 Districts
The new circuit covers seven districts in Acomayo and eight districts in Canas. Together, these jurisdictions offer 46 distinct tourist attractions. Travelers can visit the Waqrapukara fortress and explore the Apurimac River Canyon. The official route also includes the Four Lagoons Circuit and the famous Q’eswachaka Inca Bridge.
Visitors seeking outdoor adventure can hike the Pallay Poncho colored mountain. They can also see the Pabellones volcano and the Langui Layo lagoon. These diverse options provide excellent alternatives to overcrowded traditional sites like Machu Picchu. Do you plan to travel south soon? You can easily combine this new cultural route with other major upcoming events, such as the Pope Leo XIV Cusco visit happening this November.
Cultural Promotion and Local Economy
The launch event featured local artisans displaying regional crafts. Dance delegations performed traditional routines to showcase their cultural identity. GERCETUR Manager Rosendo Baca Palomino led the public presentation alongside provincial mayors. Regional Governor Werner Salcedo Alvarez strongly supported this specific initiative. He wants to strengthen local rural economies through sustainable travel.
Officials hope visitors connect directly with native communities. They want tourists to experience local traditions, history, and regional gastronomy firsthand. This dynamic strategy promotes cultural preservation across the southern Andes. It also creates vital business opportunities for local entrepreneurs. Acomayo and Canas now stand as the newest protagonists of the regional tourism offer.
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