Cusco, also known as Cuzco, is a city located in southeastern Peru. It is situated near the Sacred Valley of the Andes mountain range and lies close to the Huatanay and Urubamba rivers.
The city serves as the capital and largest urban center of both the Cusco Province and the Cusco Department. Historically, it has functioned as one of the most significant cultural, economic, and political centers within Peru.