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Cafe Ayllu: A classic coffee shop in Cusco

Cafe Ayllu: A classic coffee shop in Cusco

Although it sadly no longer exists, it’s nice to be reminded of the once iconic Cafe Ayllu of Cusco, thanks to photographer Scott Vanthoff.

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The changing face of Cusco’s plaza

The changing face of Cusco’s plaza

From sacred imperial capital of the Incas to commercial centre home to American chains like McDonald’s and Starbucks, the face of Cusco is changing with the times.

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Cusco sells its soul to McDonalds, KFC and Starbucks

Cusco sells its soul to McDonalds, KFC and Starbucks

In the coming months ancient Inca architecture may not be all that draws your attention in Cusco’s historic plaza, as a pair of Golden Arches is raised over it.

This very same plaza was the centre of the Inca’s world for hundreds of years before the Spanish arrived and destroyed it. Could this be the end of the colonial plaza in the face of US destruction?

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