On June 24, as every year, an ancient ceremony is held in the Imperial City of Cusco, which honors the sun and is considered one of the most important festivities of the Incas, in which attendees are transported through time in the legendary Sacsayhuamán esplanade to witness an event full of mysticism and meaning. This is the Inti Raymi, or "Sun Festival" in Quechua, which has been celebrated since the Inca period and marks the winter solstice. The Incas came together to pay tribute to the sun, one of the most important deities of their worldview, and it is a day when spirituality, music, dance, and tradition unfold throughout the city with energy and color, and with the recreation of ancestral rituals of adoration to the sun in a journey through the pre-Hispanic history
of Cusco.
According to the most recent Marriott International survey, 73% of today's travelers are eager for cultural adventures and seek to immerse themselves in the history and cultural heritage of the destinations they visit. For them, Inti Raymi in Cusco is an unforgettable experience that also It is lived in the hotels of the JW Marriott portfolio El Convento Cusco and Palacio del Inka Luxury Collection, ideal for staying and experiencing the celebration of Inti Raymi up close. Located in the heart of the historic center of Cusco, they have a narrative that perfectly complements the magic of this ancient festivity.
“Our hotels in Cusco are committed to the conservation and promotion of local culture so that guests leave with a deeper knowledge of the city and its history, which makes them ideal destinations for travelers who want to connect with the authenticity of this celebration”, comments Mariano Formariz, Area General Manager of Marriott International in Peru. Palacio del Inka Luxury Collection, housed in a majestic 16th century colonial building, is a true testimony to the grandeur of the Inca and colonial past. Its walls tell stories of ancient emperors and conquistadors, while its luxurious and well-appointed rooms offer a luxurious retreat amid Cusco's historic charm.
In addition to this, the hotel is in itself an immersive cultural experience through the "Art Tour" where you can learn about the Inca culture and history of the destination through the 195 original works of art from the Cuzco school. The paintings, as well as ceramic pieces, are distributed throughout the hotel in the main rooms, in the corridors leading to the rooms, even in the restaurant; art is always
present.
For its part, the JW Marriott El Convento Cusco is a magnificent hotel built in what was once a 16th century convent. Its impressive courtyards, arches, and architectural details echo the history and greatness of the city. In its archaeological room, visitors can appreciate Inca and pre-Inca remains and learn more about the lifestyle of these ancient civilizations.
From a historical tour led by a person characterized as a monk, the hotel offers visitors a tour to find an unparalleled cultural experience.
On the tour you can appreciate the archaeological remains of the Pre-Inca, Inca, Colonial, Republican and Contemporary periods that give the hotel a unique character.
During the conquest, the festivity was considered pagan and began to be carried out more clandestinely, until in 1944 when it was once again carried out as a public rite of celebration for the Inca culture and its most important traditions.