Cruz de Cristo Blanco

This cross is located near the famous Cristo Blanco statue, which overlooks the city of Cuzco. It sits atop a small shrine and is elaborately dressed in fine fabrics, flowers, and offerings, especially during religious festivals. Locals regard the cross as a guardian of Cuzco, protecting it from natural disasters — especially earthquakes.

Pilgrims visit this cross to offer prayers for health, protection, and blessings. People leave items such as candles, coca leaves, and small charms.

The act of dressing the cross is both a Catholic ritual of reverence and an Andean act of animism, recognizing the cross as a living presence.