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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.

Hotels

This beautiful mansion is strategically located in the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Urubamba, near the Inca town of Ollantaytambo, the markets of Pisac and Chinchero, the salt mines of Maras, the village of Moray and the Inca trail which leads to the ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu. It is not in Aguas Calientes (which is at the foot of Machu Picchu) but is located between Cuzco and Machu Picchu.

Our fine restaurant and function facilities offer a wide selection of quality food for all occasions, including traditional Peruvian food. We also offer flight confirmation service, medical assistance, luggage storeroom and foreign currency exchange. The Hotel can be the center for excursions to nearby points of interest such as Ollantaytambo, Pisac and Machu Picchu as well as non- traditional tours to the ancient Inca Salt Mines in Maras and the Mistic Center of Moray. Set in a area of outstanding natural beauty. Yucay is a paradise for adventure sports, Mountain biking, river rafting, horseback-riding and mountain climbing. Our beautiful gardens and our cozy lounge with its warm fireplace and the hotel’s natural breathtaking surroundings make it the ideal place for rest and peace.

ROOMS: Comfortable, bright and inviting rooms, all with private bathrooms, heating, a safe deposit box and telephone for national and international direct dialing.

Hostal Continental

Inkaterra Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu Pueblo Inn

Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge



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