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Machupicchu, New Wonder of the World

Enveloped in a magical silence, 74 miles northwest of Cusco on the slopes above the Urubabamba River, lies one of the most beautiful archaeological sites on the planet.
Some also consider it to be a mystical place that exudes vital energy. Machu Picchu is remarkable for its solid construction, its well-balanced use of space and the harmony of its design with its natural surroundings. Its name comes from the ancient Quechua word meaning “Old Mountain.” The whole area is covered in thick vegetation. The site was built entirely of stone, with numerous structures and temples that had different uses. The local people knew of the ruins long before its re-discovery by the Western world.

Machupicchu, Cusco Peru
Machupicchu
New Wonder of the World

In 1911, the guide Melchor Arteaga led professor Hiram Bingham to Machu Picchu. Bingham returned in 1914 with the support of Yale University and the National Geographic Society and since then, Machu Picchu has been known as the “Lost City of the Incas.” The Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary (32,592 hectares - 80,536 acres) is a natural reserve, which UNESCO declared a World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site in 1983.
Machu Picchu can be visited all year round, although the best months are from April to October. The seasons are clearly defined: summer runs from November to March, with rains and high humidity; the winter or dry season runs from April to October.
Machupicchu, Cusco Peru Rock house at Machupicchu
The only access to the citadel is by rail from Cusco, 110 km (68.3 miles) to the Machu Picchu Pueblo station. Travel time is between 3 to 4 hours, depending on the type of train service. The bus ride from the Machu Picchu town (formerly Aguas Calientes) up to the archaeological site takes 20 minutes. Visitors must heed the conservation regulations of the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary.

Activities
Archaeology, trekking, photography, mysticism, animal and plant spotting (excellent area for orchid lovers), thermal springs, and shopping for arts and crafts.

The Inca Trail requires three to four days to walk its 39 kilometers, and a total of four to five days to include transport and visit to Machu Picchu.

Nearby Attractions

The thermal springs at Aguas Calientes, located 800 meters (half a mile) from the town of Machu Picchu.

Also interesting is the climb up to Huayna Picchu, or 'young mountain' (2,667 masl - 8,748 ft), which is the steep mountain that stands behind the citadel in the classic photographs of Machu Picchu. The ascent takes an hour along a narrow, steep path. At the top is a set of terraces apparently built for ceremonial purposes, and the remains of a partially built temple.

 

 
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