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Machu Picchu, South America

Just read it; images of ancient civilizations, breathtaking landscapes, and mystery stories will appear in your head. The Peruvian government changed the rules for visiting Machu Picchu in May 2017.

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A SMALL HISTORY: FROM THE INCA CONSTRUCTION TO THE DISCOVERY OF HIRAM BINGHAM

The history of the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu is full of lagoons, mysteries, and legends.

Did the conquerors arrive to put their feet in Machu Picchu? No. The empire emerged in the mid-15th century and came to an end with the arrival of the conquerors.

Each Inca ruler built their own “sacred city.” That’s why the conquerors who came found a city almost abandoned.

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MACHU PICCHU IS NOT A CITY; IT IS A MOUNTAIN

You were wrong, listening to Machu Picchu and thinking about the Inca constructions! The city itself, with its buildings, does not have a known name.

HUAYNA PICCHU: THE NOSE OF THE FACE OF THE INCA

The Inca’s nose is Huayna Picchu, a young peak in Quechua, if you have already achieved it.

Is it easy to get there? The simple answer is no. The road leads into a nearly jungle-like area with high humidity and dense vegetation. It is narrow and often looks over the precipice as if that were not enough. Seen like that, is it worth it? Yes, definitely. I will tell you how to reserve your place to get to the top.

TRAVELING FOR THE CIUDADELA DE MACHU PICCHU

Prepare to enjoy yourself from the first minute.

HOW TO GET TO MACHU PICCHU FROM CUSCO, OLLANTAYTAMBO AND AGUAS CALIENTES

Eight Inca roads reached there via trail and hiking trails. We arrived by bus to Ollantaytambo on a sacred valley tour.

NEW RULES FOR THE VISIT TO MACHU PICCHU SINCE 2017

• The maximum number of tourists in the morning shift (from 6:00 am to 12:00 noon) varies between 3.000 and 2.500; in the afternoon shift (from 12:00 noon to 17:30), the maximum is 2.673. Buying the ticket in advance is no longer just a piece of advice; it is almost mandatory.
• Official guides must accompany tourists at all times.
• You cannot access or fly over with drones.

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