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Machu Picchu Travel Guide

Often referred to as "The Lost City of the Incas", Machu Picchu is probably the most familiar symbol of the Inca Empire. Forgotten for centuries, the site was brought to worldwide attention in 1911 and now is one of the top touristic attractions.

About Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is a pre-Columbian Inca UNESCO heritage site located 2,400 meters (7,875 ft) above sea level. It is situated on a mountain ridge above the Urubamba Valley in Peru, which is 80 km (50 mi) northwest of Cusco.

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Huayna Picchu

If you have a strong body, don’t miss the trek up to Huayna Picchu, which means “Young Peak”, another magic place, right on top of the high cliff.

Temples, a guard hut, mysterious stone objects, park-like open spaces, crystal-clear water fountains, houses, strong walls… The view over the nearby mountains and the Urubamba Valley is simply fantastic!

Feel the magic of the hidden city, it can’t get any more dreamlike than this! The talented creators of Machu Picchu had the best “recipe” for hidden, mysterious, magic, sacred and most important of all, beautiful!



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