In present-day Cusco, the celebration of Inti Raymi has a different character, as it has become a spectacle aimed at both tourists and the locals. These festivities attract a considerable number of people who come to witness this spectacle, and the whole city is filled with enthusiasm for these celebrations.
It serves as a reference point for the local consciousness, which is why it generates so much enthusiasm and mass participation. Many departments and villages come to Cusco to pay tribute to the former capital of the Inca Empire, celebrating the Day of Cusco and the Festival of the Sun.
The participants of this reenactment take their role very seriously, and the spectacle is a display of color, music, and dance.
With more than seventy years of existence, the new Inti Raymi festivity is now an inseparable part of life in Cusco. It is not only the central event of the month in the city but also its fame has transcended Peruvian borders and, within them, has served as an example for other festivals of national identity, such as the Condor Raymi, Killa Raymi, and many more.
One of the best dates to visit Cusco is on June 24, where you can enjoy the 2024 Inti Raymi festival, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and Machu Picchu.
