MERCADO CHINCHERO — Local services in Chinchero

This place is marketed as a weavers village but there is not nearly as many vendors selling their crafts anymore. I went on a Sunday mid morning and the square was actually all produce and foods, and to find the weavers there is a single street nearby where the vendors are.

The prices start higher than what you see in the stores in Cusco, so you need to negotiate or else you’ll be heavily overpaying. The tags on the blankets are also the same as what you find in Cusco. However, I did get a blanket I really liked, but the price was high and options were really limited. Unless you’re on a tour that already takes you here, I wouldn’t say it’s worth the...

A marketplace where colors explode, traditions thrive, and bartering isn’t just a relic of the past.. it’s alive and well. Chinchero Market, held on Sundays, is a vibrant gathering of Andean communities trading everything from handwoven textiles to fresh produce and medicinal herbs. Unlike the more touristy markets in Cusco, this one keeps its authenticity, with locals wearing traditional attire because it’s their way of life, not a performance. Expect live weaving demonstrations using centuries-old techniques and the chance to bring home a true piece...

Nice beautiful experience knowing the process of making the textiles. Miriam was fenomenal teaching us and best making us laugh 😃 when she ask us a question about the bone they use to weave the textiles. Highly...