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Machu Picchu

Country: Peru Updated:

Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca city high in the Andes, surrounded by green mountain ranges and known for stone architecture, terraces and a unique cultural landscape.

Stone terraces of Machu Picchu in the Andes
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When to go

The drier months are usually better for visits and mountain hikes. During the rainy season, rainfall can affect paths and transport.

Things to see and do

Explore the archaeological site along your booked route, enjoy Andean panoramas and, with appropriate preparation, combine the visit with the Inca Trail or Sacred Valley.

Practical tips

Book tickets and the specific visiting route well in advance. Observe the designated entry time and the archaeological site's rules.

Getting there and getting around

Travellers usually take a train from Cusco or the Sacred Valley to Machupicchu Pueblo, then continue from there to the archaeological site.

Where to stay

Machupicchu Pueblo offers hotels in different categories; many travellers also stay in the Sacred Valley or Cusco.

What to try

In the region, try Andean cuisine with potatoes, quinoa, maize, trout and local herbs.

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