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Peru shines globally after Saqsaywaman and 'Sistine Chapel of the Americas' earn honor

Andina 12:31 PM UTC Mon February 09, 2026 Travel
Peru shines globally after Saqsaywaman and 'Sistine Chapel of the Americas' earn honor

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12:31 | Lima, Feb. 9.

The Presidency of the Republic on Monday stressed that the top tourism distinction awarded to the Saqsaywaman National Archaeological Park and the Temple of St. Peter the Apostle in Andahuaylillas—known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas"—strengthens Peru's position as a world-class cultural destination. "Peru continues to shine globally! Saqsaywaman and the 'Sistine Chapel of the Americas' have earned the highest tourism distinction, strengthening Peru's standing as a cultural destination of the highest level," the Presidential Office stated on social media."This recognition places both attractions on par with leading tourist icons and reinforces Peru's cultural leadership in the region," the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) highlighted.The Presidential Office said this distinction strengthens cultural identity while boosting the country's standing as a top-tier tourist destination.¡El Perú sigue brillando ante el mundo! ?Saqsaywaman y la “Capilla Sixtina de América” alcanzan la máxima distinción turística y fortalecen el posicionamiento del Perú como destino cultural de primer nivel.??Más detalles aquí: https://t.co/sB64JZG1VE pic.twitter.com/Mm5W3IHou6

??? ¡El Perú fortalece su posicionamiento como destino turístico de clase mundial!? El Ministerio de Comercio Exterior y Turismo otorgó la Jerarquía 4, la máxima distinción turística del país, al Parque Arqueológico Nacional de Saqsaywaman y al Templo de San Pedro Apóstol de… pic.twitter.com/8tdEFoEL6O

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