Raqchi is located between three extinct volcanoes Kinsach’ata, a pre-Hispanic settlement of the Kanchi people, whose traces lay beneath the ochre-coloured clay in the volcanic mass. This town shows the skilful hand and constructive audacity of its people who combined the use of stone and adobe. Their knowledge has created an urban complex in which the Temple dedicated to the Andean God Wiracocha stands out, characterized by its colossal structures. Raqchi, or lordship of the Kanchis was considered an administrative and religious center and seated the Sinchis, chiefs and priests.

The Deconcentrated Directorate of Culture (DDC) – Cusco recognized the Raqchi Archaeological Park as “Cultural Heritage of the Nation”. Likewise, the knowledge and practices associated with the production of ceramics in Raqchi are declared as “Cultural Heritage of the Nation”. 

Raqchi perpetuates the ancestral ceramic making technique that incorporates clay and volcanic sand as the primary elements that combine to form a masterpiece which is even more durable.

The town of Raqchi has implemented Community Tourism initiatives that showcase their local culture, history, gastronomy, ancestral techniques and dances. Among the cultural and natural attractions in Raqchi are the Raqchi Archaeological Park, the Folk Festival, the Raqchi Ceramics, Quimsachata (the Kinsa Chata Volcano), and Quimsacocha (the Kinsa Cocha Lagoon).