Pariwana

Cuzco


Resembling spring break, this notably clean, newer hostel is among the better ones, filled with uni-types lounging on poufs and playing ping-pong in the courtyard of a huge colonial. Dorms hold four to 14 beds, priced accordingly. Beds in newish dorms are well spaced and the penthouse suite is well worth the splurge. The chic bar is invite-only. With an on-site travel agency.


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1. Iglesia y Convento de Santa Clara

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2. Templo y Convento de La Merced

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3. Iglesia San Francisco

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5. Museo Quijote

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