Majestic Heights: The Statue of Christ in Cusco

Getting There

• Walking

  Start your journey at the Plaza de Armas, the main square of Cusco. From the Plaza, head towards Avenida El Sol and walk straight until you reach the intersection with Avenida de la Cultura. Turn left onto Avenida de la Cultura. Follow this road until you reach the intersection with Avenida Huáscar, where you will see signs pointing towards Cristo Blanco. Continue straight along Avenida Huáscar, and you will start to see the statue in the distance. Keep walking until you arrive at the base of the statue, which is located in a park area known as Parque 'Cristo Blanco'. The total walking distance is approximately 2.5 kilometers, and it should take about 30-40 minutes.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  From Plaza de Armas, walk to the nearby bus terminal located at Calle Garcilaso de la Vega. Look for a bus heading towards 'Santo Domingo' or 'Cristo Blanco'. The fare is very inexpensive, usually around 1.50 soles. Once you board, inform the driver you are going to Cristo Blanco. The bus will take you to the foot of the hill where the statue is located. After getting off, follow the signs leading up to the statue, which is a short 10-minute walk from the bus stop. The total travel time, including waiting for the bus, is around 20-30 minutes.

• Taxi (Shared)

  From Plaza de Armas, find a designated taxi stand where shared taxis (also known as 'colectivos') depart. Look for a taxi that has 'Cristo Blanco' as one of its destinations. The fare is typically around 5-10 soles per person. The shared taxi will take you to a drop-off point near the entrance of the park where the statue is located. From the drop-off point, it's a short 5-minute walk up to the statue. The total travel time is approximately 15-20 minutes.