Amazing Sites To Visit In Machu Picchu

By Author: Doris Gonzales
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Machu Picchu in Peru is one of the most desirable tourist destinations for travelers all across the world. The place boasts of its religious significance along with the breathtaking natural beauty. There are many amazing sites to visit in the place. Read on to know more about it.

It is not until I met a travel enthusiast who has been almost all over the world but couldn't stop talking about Machu Picchu that I got really curious. Located in Cusco region of Peru in South America, Machu Picchu is a 15th century site 7979 ft above sea level. It is on the top of the most visited places in the world. It is considered as a sacred ground, because it was believed to have been used for religious purposes and the beauty of this place is just beyond amazing. Most people prefer going there from mid- April to mid- September because it is a dry season making the weather great for tours and treks. So if you are looking to a great travel, this is a spectacular destination for you. There are some amazing sceneries that will totally blow your mind.

The Sun's Temple is a great landmark that for celebration and in honor of the sun ...
... "inti". Here you will be is an amazed by the stonework which is such a perfect silhouette and it has a round building that protects it. The edge of the rock during the summer solstice adjusts with the light coming direct from the main window of the temple. Below this site is also a Royal Tomb. Intihuatana, a sacred stone is where the sacrifice took place during the winter solstice. It was an important part astronomical observation, the Incas believed that this stone was tied to the sun on 21st March and 21st September the sun is directly overhead and there are no shadows.

Temple with the 3 Windows is located in a sacred plaza and it was used for religious observances. The windows were played the role of maintaining the Incan Calendar as they used to capture the rays of the sun. Temple of the Condor is amazing stonework which formed naturally millions of years ago. It was then beautifully into outspread wings of a flying (bird) condor. This site was used for worshiping the condor god (Apu Kuntur). This place was also used as a prison. District of the Sun is a spectacular site that contains fountains it is the main bathhouse in Machu Picchu. Waynapicchu is a mountain around where Urubamba River bends. This is site has an amazing view you wouldn't even believe . On trail to Waynapicchu, Moon Temple and the Great Cave can also be spotted and it is very nice though not very popular compared to the others. Wildlife though rarely and natives can also be spotted.

So having said that make this on top of the list for your travel destinations and enjoy these great sites. It is a onetime trip that you will live to remember as the historic behind it is absolutely impressive. The sites are beautiful and accommodation is very affordable and comfortable whether is on top of the mountain or in the town where you can interact with the locals and see their way of life, also the beautiful sacred valley where you will enjoy the beautiful landscape. Book your Machu Picchu vacations trip now.

The author of this article is associated with Sun Gate Tours, one of the leading Peru tour experts. They offer various packages for Machu Picchu tours.