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Citadel of an Empire
"In the variety of its charms and the power of its spell, I know of no place in the world which can compare with it.".
Machu Picchu, which would translate to “Old Mountain” in Spanish, is one of the 7 wonders of the world and one of the most visited tourist attractions by tourists from all over.
Its walls and the gigantic stones with which it was built cause more than one astonishment to its visitors.
Built in the 15th century, it has a temperature range that can go from -2°C to 21°C. To learn more about the temperature and recommendations on what to take to Machu Picchu, visit our "Recommendations for a good trip" section
Discover History &
Culture
Sacred Place
It was a sacred site where worship was offered to the gods, among which the most important was the Sun god.
We remind you of the things you must not forget to bring for a safe and enjoyable trip.
- Machu Picchu's tickets
- Money for the bus fare
- Camera
- Documents
- Insect repellent
experiences
Climbing the famous mountain that appears in all the postcards behind the Incan citadel is a challenge that the most intrepid will not want to miss. If you are one of them, make sure to purchase a special pass for this excursion.
Access to this mountain is limited to just 2 daily shifts of 200 people each, and entry for each is at 07:00 and 10:00 in the morning respectively. The difficulty level is medium to high, not recommended for people with physical limitations or for small children. The ascent takes approximately 45 minutes and the complete excursion about 2 hours.
