Museo Histórico Regional

Location:
Plaza Regocijo (corner of Garcilaso and Heladeros)
Cusco, Peru

Museum, Historical Building

V!VA User‘s Description

Description

Formerly the residence of one of Peru's most famous writers and Inca historians, Garcilaso de la Vega, the Museo Histórico Regional presents an excellent survey of Peruvian history from pre-Inca civilizations to the Inca and colonial periods. Though the museum is not particularly well labeled, it does provide interesting displays of Inca agricultural tools, colonial furniture and paintings, a mummy with braids 1.5m long and photos of the damage incurred after the 1951 earthquake. In terms of Cusco attractions, this is an excellent place to start, as it provides a thorough archeological overview of the Chavín, Moche, Chimú, and Chancay cultures, in addition to exhibits that trace the evolution of the Cusqueña School of painting. Whether you're an avid historian, or just plain want to learn more about Peruvian culture, allow a couple of hours to explore all the exhibits.  

Address

Plaza Regocijo (corner of Garcilaso and Heladeros)

Telephone

51-84-223-245

Hours

Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Cost

Entry with the Cusco Tourist Ticket.

Price Description: Entry with the Cusco Tourist Ticket.

Open Hours from:Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.

Open Hours to:Monday-Saturday, 5 p.m.

Days Closed:Sunday

Contact Information:
Phone: 51-84-223-245