San Blas
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Why go
- The hill the square sits on, which held the tombs of Huiracocha, Túpac Yupanqui and Huayna Cápac
- A portrait drawn on the spot by one of the painters at the stone fountain in the centre
Opening hours
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Don't miss
- Paqcha fountainA fountain on the northeast wall that recalls old springs. The reconstruction added it.Northeast wall of the square On the map
- Colonial churchA major sight for its colonial architecture.Northwest side of the square On the map
- Stone fountain in the centrePainters offer their work and draw portraits on the spot.Centre of the square On the map
- Museum, studio and shop of Hilario Mendívil VelascoOne of the colonial buildings beside the square holds this museum, studio and shop.Among the colonial buildings beside the square On the map
Photo spots
- Paqcha fountainFrame the paqcha fountain on the northeast wall, the square's best-known tourist view.Northeast wall of the square On the map
Tips for your visit
- Context for the visit: since 1972 the square has been part of a monumental zone declared a historic monument.
- As you walk around, look for the neighbourhood's history: it was later made the city's first indigenous parish.
- Before a journey, the Mercado de San Blas at Pumapaccha 231 is a good place for breakfast.
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History
The square sits in the former neighbourhood of T'oqokachi, on a hill 400 metres northeast of Huacaypata.
- Before the colonial periodA shrine to Illapa, god of thunder, stood on the hill.
- Colonial periodA church was built over the shrine.
- 1983The square became part of the historic centre declared cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO.
- 1990sThe square was rebuilt under mayor Daniel Estrada Pérez.
Accessibility
- Step-free entry Access to the square is by stairs.
Sources: Plazoleta de San Blas - Wikipedia · Cuzco - Wikivoyage (buy) · checked 19 Oct 2026
Questions and answers
How do you get to San Blas square in Cusco?
The square lies between Carmen Bajo street and the higher Tandapata street, and access is by stairs.
Is San Blas square in Cusco wheelchair accessible?
No. Access to the square is by stairs, so it is not step-free.
What can you buy at the Mercado de San Blas in Cusco?
The Mercado de San Blas at Pumapaccha 231 sells handcrafts, fruits, vegetables and grocery items.
What are the opening hours of the Mercado de San Blas in Cusco?
The Mercado de San Blas at Pumapaccha 231 is open 24 hours a day, every day of the week.
What is the paqcha fountain at San Blas square in Cusco?
The paqcha is a fountain on the northeast wall of the square, added in the 1990s rebuild to recall old springs. The paqcha fountain at the sloping end is the square's best-known tourist view.
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