Pisac

Picturesque local market.

Today Pisac is a picturesque village, typical except for the huge tree that dominates the central square. The village is best known for its Sunday market, which draws hundreds of tourists each week. In spite of its popularity the market still retains some of its local charm, at least in the part where villagers from miles around gather to barter and sell their produce. In the tourist section of the market you can buy the usual variety of handicrafts - mostly the same things you see in Cusco and everywhere else and the starting prices are mostly the same. Of course the final price depends on the vendor´s experience and your own ability to negotiate.

It is a fun place to stop for a couple of hours on your way back from Ollantaytambo, buy some souvenirs, get some food and read the signs advertising “Indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi and buffet a la carte”, not exactly traditional Incan fair but amusing nonetheless.