{"id":64518,"date":"2025-08-25T12:10:38","date_gmt":"2025-08-25T17:10:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/?p=64518"},"modified":"2026-07-19T23:17:39","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T04:17:39","slug":"the-majestic-apu-mama-simona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/blog\/the-majestic-apu-mama-simona\/","title":{"rendered":"The Majestic Apu Mama Simona \u2014 Hidden Gems You Didn\u2019t Know About!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"481\" data-id=\"64490\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_3.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-64490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_3.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_3-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_3-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_3-768x477.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cusco, a place where <strong>mysteries and lesser-known experiences<\/strong> bring complete satisfaction to anyone who sets foot in its welcoming corners. A true Pandora\u2019s box for adventure lovers and \u201ca treasured stronghold of Peruvian culture.\u201d It\u2019s a destination that undoubtedly has so much to offer, especially for those passionate about adventure and <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-cusco\/free-walking-tour-cusco\/\">trekking<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, leave idleness behind and rise to the challenge! It\u2019s time to test your own limits and venture not into the depths\u2026 but to the very heights of <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/es\/blog\/7-secretos-de-la-plaza-de-armas-del-cusco\/\">Cusco<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we\u2019ll share a glimpse of what awaits you on this journey to <strong>Apu Mama Simona<\/strong>: <em>how to get there, the best seasons to visit, and the wonderful things you\u2019ll discover along the way!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-i-get-there-safely\">How Can I Get There Safely?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d like to reach this spot, you first need to be in the imperial city of Cusco. The good news is that if you\u2019re already in the historic centre, you\u2019re very close. The next step is to head towards the community of <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Hn6WaarV3kszaSQAA\"><strong>Quishuarcancha<\/strong><\/a>, and we\u2019ll share three safe ways to get there, depending on your budget:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-budget-friendly-option\">Budget-Friendly Option<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you\u2019re at <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-cusco\/cusco-private-tours-and-walks\/\">Cusco\u2019s Plaza de Armas<\/a> (Main Square), head to the <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/f4qeYj48zDGt2zxV6\">Almagro bus stop<\/a>, which is just a short walk from where you are.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once there, take the <strong>C4M<\/strong> bus service (red buses with yellow details) and get off at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/V8rp78WAWrbWRJim6\">Antonio Lorena stop<\/a>. From this point, you can hop on a combi (shared minibus), which makes your journey even more affordable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Depending on traffic, the trip may take 45 minutes or more. <strong>Just remember<\/strong>: the bus you\u2019ll take is headed to Ccorca, a bit further out than your actual destination, Apu Mama Simona. So, make sure to kindly ask the driver to let you off at the <strong>Quishuarcancha<\/strong> community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-semi-budget-option\">Semi-Budget Option<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Follow the first two steps from the budget-friendly option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you arrive at the Antonio Lorena stop, you can take a taxi or a shared car (colectivo) and ask the driver to take you to the community of Quishuarcancha. The fare will be a little higher, though still less than the next option.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-comfort-option\">Comfort Option<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is called the comfort option because, if bus stops and directions feel a bit confusing, you can simply hire a car directly from the <strong>historic centre<\/strong> that\u2019s available to take you straight to<strong> Quishuarcancha<\/strong>. Of course, this journey will be more expensive, but if you value convenience, it\u2019s probably the best choice for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter which option you choose to reach Quishuarcancha, your adventure doesn\u2019t end there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve arrived in the community, you just need to head towards the <strong>mountain on the north-western side<\/strong>. The path is signposted, but just to be sure you don\u2019t miss the right way, we\u2019ve included the following map to guide you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"481\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_6.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-64510\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_6.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_6-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_6-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_6-768x477.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Apu Mama Simona<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve probably heard of some of the famous Apus such as <strong>Huanacaure<\/strong>, <strong>Pachatus\u00e1n<\/strong>, or the majestic <strong>Ausangate<\/strong>. However, there\u2019s another Andean guardian that is rarely spoken of, yet holds immense importance: <strong>Apu Mama Simona<\/strong>, rising proudly to <strong>4,342 metres above sea level<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes this Apu unique is the striking shape of its summit, where you can clearly make out the <strong>natural outline of a woman\u2019s face carved into the rock<\/strong>. According to tradition, the Incas noticed that all the Apus surrounding Cusco were masculine in nature, so they gave Mama Simona <strong>the feminine spirit of protection<\/strong>, creating a spiritual balance for the empire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even today, this figure can be seen from different parts of Cusco, such as the <strong>Regocijo Square<\/strong> or, even more clearly, from <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-cusco\/city-tour-cusco-with-sacsayhuaman-4-ruins\/\"><strong>Sacsayhuam\u00e1n<\/strong><\/a>. Yet nothing compares to admiring it up close on a tour, surrounded by breathtaking Andean scenery and the mystical energy that radiates from this mountain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Considered both protective and sacred, Mama Simona continues to be a <strong>site for offerings and rituals to <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/blog\/pachamama-andean-deity\/\">Pachamama<\/a><\/strong>. Visiting it is not just a visual delight, but a deeply spiritual experience that connects travellers with the Andean worldview and the powerful feminine energy of the Andes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"480\" data-id=\"64503\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_1.webp\" alt=\"El Majestuoso Apu Mama Simona \u2014 \u00a1lugares que no conoc\u00edas!\" class=\"wp-image-64503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_1.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_1-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_1-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_1-768x476.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"481\" data-id=\"64502\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_4.webp\" alt=\"El Majestuoso Apu Mama Simona \u2014 \u00a1lugares que no conoc\u00edas!\" class=\"wp-image-64502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_4.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_4-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_4-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_4-768x477.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"481\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-64491\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias-768x477.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-is-the-best-time-to-visit\">When is the best time to visit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve probably already got plenty of experience planning your trips \u2013 deciding on the right times, which days to go, what to take with you, and so on. But let me tell you, as any local from Cusco would, planning here also means getting to know the place itself \u2013 and Apu Mama Simona is no exception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This sacred mountain is a <strong>place of worship<\/strong>, and if you visit between <strong>July and August<\/strong> you\u2019ll understand why the <strong>Sun God Inti<\/strong> was so highly revered in the imperial city of Cusco. That\u2019s in terms of the climate. Now, speaking of its spiritual side, this is also where rituals and offerings to Mother Earth are held, with the hope of ensuring good harvests for the year ahead. Among these ceremonies, the most important is the <strong>Haywarikuy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrated every 1st of August, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nruSyMHrZIs\">Haywarikuy<\/a> marks the <strong>Andean New Year<\/strong>. It is a festival dedicated to <strong>Pachamama<\/strong> (Mother Earth), giving thanks for the harvests of the past year and asking for blessings for the ones to come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why the best recommendation is to visit on the 1st of August \u2013 that way, you\u2019ll get a double reward! Not only will you admire the mighty <strong>Apu Mama Simona<\/strong>, but you\u2019ll also witness <strong>traditional dances<\/strong>, <strong>age-old rituals<\/strong>, and a truly unique cultural celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"481\" data-id=\"64493\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_5.webp\" alt=\"El Majestuoso Apu Mama Simona \u2014 \u00a1lugares que no conoc\u00edas!\" class=\"wp-image-64493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_5.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_5-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_5-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_5-768x477.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"481\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_2.webp\" alt=\"El Majestuoso Apu Mama Simona \u2014 \u00a1lugares que no conoc\u00edas!\" class=\"wp-image-64486\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_2.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_2-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_2-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/El_Majestuoso_Apu_Mama_Simona_lugares_que_no_conocias_2-768x477.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-free-walking-tours-peru\"><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#ff6900\"><strong>Free Walking Tours Peru<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#ff6900\">Secure your spot on our free tours led by professional, authorized, and expert guides in <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/free-walking-tour-cusco\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free tour Cusco<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/free-walking-tour-lima\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free tour Lima<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/free-walking-tour-arequipa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free tour Arequipa<\/a>. 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