On June 24, the city of Cusco in Peru celebrates the Inti Raymi, an important Andean religious ceremony of the Incas to honour the Sun God. With more than 800 actors and 200 activities the celebration is expected to attract over 120,000 people, including domestic tourists, foreigners and locals. The Inti Raymi (Festival of Sun) takes place in three areas of Cusco. Beginning in the Qorikancha (Sun Temple), followed by the Plaza de Armas of Cusco (the former Auqaypata or Warrior Square), then ending in the esplanade of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, 2 km away from the city. After the Inti Raymi (Festival of Sun) is finished, the celebration continues from July 1-8 with various activities such as stage shows, music festivals and local gastronomy.