Traveling is exploring places not just to photograph them—traveling allows us to create memorable moments that money could never buy. Traveling is knowing that it is all worth it; traveling is learning, loving, feeling, eating, and enjoying. A journey is always accompanied by wonder—wonder for the culture, the people, and the beauty of a place that captures hearts and pushes you to return.
Who that has had the joy of experiencing Machu Picchu does not long to go back? Arriving at Cusco's premier attraction and one of the most extraordinary architectural achievements in the Americas is among the most rewarding experiences. The Inca Citadel, as it is also known, was officially discovered in 1911 and built by the Incas between 1200 and 1300. What is truly impressive about this place is how they managed to erect such a massive fortress while preserving a living, thriving ecosystem.
Machu Picchu is divided into two major sectors: the Agricultural Sector, which comprises a vast network of terraces, and the Urban Sector, made up of various structures and plazas featuring the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Main Temple, and the Temple of the Condor. Over 50 million tons of stone were used across all these constructions, remaining remarkably intact and preserved after nearly 800 years.
Within the Inca city, the Stairway of Fountains also stands out—an astonishing feat of hydraulic engineering that supplied water to the city and remains operational to this day. There is also the Intihuatana, a sun stone used by the Incas to predict weather patterns, undeniably one of the most enigmatic artifacts. Visitors can also enjoy adventure activities, such as climbing Huayna Picchu, one of the main mountains within the archaeological zone, which offers one of the most breathtaking short hikes in the world.
This architectural treasure is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and named one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. It has topped the list of the world's 22 best-selling tourist destinations, stands as one of the 10 most iconic man-made structures, and is considered one of the most photographed places on Earth. It won the World's Leading Tourist Attraction award and was named Top Dream Destination in 2018. Wherever you stand, the view is stunning, making it a must-visit destination that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime.
Welcome to Peru. Welcome to Machu Picchu.
