Pisac

As much as I don’t like Pisac, it seems that I spend a lot of time there! To be honest, I find Pisac to be far too touristy and overrun by foreigners who’ve settled there seeking healing and/or mystical experiences. While there’s nothing wrong with that, the town itself and much of the surrounding environs seem more like a 60’s commune and is definitely not a typical Andean town.

MY PISAC RUINS PHOTO GALLERY

The ruins above the city are the largest in the Sacred Valley with unique features that are rarely seen in the region. I’ve enjoyed exploring up there many times and every time I seem to discover something new.

The Sunday market is famous, but I just have not been impressed. Almost all of the market is there every day and consists of huge number of small stalls selling the usual souvenirs, blankets, T-shirts, etc., that you can find anywhere in the Cusco markets.

The Sunday market consists of local women selling all manner of fruits, vegetables, and flowers from the surrounding area. If you’re into those, the quality is fantastic and highly recommended. A large number of street vendors are selling food in front of the Sunday stalls, too. It’s a good place to get a cheap, filling meal.

You can find a surprise or two if you take your time, but with all the stalls be prepared to spend some time looking.