Agricultural Terraces of Moray, Cusco: How to Visit and What to Do Nearby

The Agricultural Terraces of Moray sit at roughly 3,500 meters elevation in the Sacred Valley, 50 kilometers northwest of Cusco. The site consists of several groups of concentric circular terraces carved into natural depressions in the plateau, the largest reaching a depth of roughly 30 meters across roughly 12 tiers. The temperature difference between the top and bottom terraces can exceed 15°C, and archaeologists believe the Inca used Moray as an agricultural laboratory to test crop varieties at different microclimates. The site has no protective fencing, and visitors can walk along the terrace edges. is just one of many options in Cusco. Major attractions worth considering include Choquequirao, Cusco Historic Center (Centro Historico de Cusco), and Salkantay Trail.