Machupicchu: Walking in the Beauty

Machupicchu, located northwest of Cusco, Peru, is a famous Inca ruin in South America and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Release time : 2021-05-12 15:44:45

Machupicchu, located northwest of Cusco, Peru, is a famous Inca ruin in South America and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The ancient city surrounded by tropical jungles was discovered in 1911. It is situated in the Andes and overlooks the Urubamba Valley. Machupicchu, with its unique location and biodiversity, is one of the great masterpieces of Inca civilization.

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If you want to explore the beauty of this ancient city, why not start a hiking trip? The Inca Trail is a road built by the Inca Empire along the Andes to facilitate the lives, production and trade of the Incas. Now, it has become a must-try hiking destination for tourists and one of the most popular outdoor hiking trails in the world. Here, professional guides and porters will provide services to you, so you may pack lightly, enjoy the forests and mountains along the way, see the winding Urubamba River, and unveil the beauty of the Inca civilization.

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The first large ruin on the way is Patallacta, where you can overlook many terraced fields. If there is a campsite, you can take a rest and stop to admire the snow-covered mountain tops and the mist. The journey to Warmiwanusca, a pass at 4,200 meters above sea level, is the most arduous part of the trip. Also, you will have the opportunity to be exposed to a variety of unique birds as well as Andean bears. In addition, you can see Runkurakay, a lodge, or tambo for local residents. In Sayacmarca and Phuyupatamarca, you can capture the style and features of the Inca towns. Finally, you can head to the Sun Gate, where a spectacular sunrise in a deep and foggy valley is enough to soothe the weary body and mind.

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It is important to note that in order to protect the trail, the official limit for the number of visitors is 500 per day. In addition, it is recommended to prepare medication before hiking to avoid altitude sickness and to stay in Cusco to adapt to the local environment.