The rainy season in Machu Picchu has a bad reputation. Many travelers avoid it for fear of bad weather, slippery trails, or ...
Sun Gate (Inti Punku): the most epic arrival point at Machu Picchu
There are moments on a trip that you never forget. For many hikers on the Inca Trail, the moment when Machu Picchu first appears ...
Inca architecture in Machu Picchu: what its stones hide
When you walk through Machu Picchu and touch one of its walls, the first thing that surprises you is not the size of the stones ...
Wildlife and flora of Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is not only stone and architecture. The Historic Sanctuary that surrounds it is one of the richest ecosystems on ...
Aguas Calientes: What to do, where to eat, and where to stay before or after Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes, officially called Machu Picchu Pueblo, is the mandatory starting point for those visiting the Inca citadel. ...
Machu Picchu with Kids: Tips and Preparations for a Smooth Visit
Taking your children to Machu Picchu is one of those experiences that stays forever in the family memory. Walking among the Inca ...
