Planning a visit to Machu Picchu? Here's everything you need to know

Machu Picchu is a popular tourist destination in Peru that holds remains of ancient Incan Empire which was built around 1450 CE by Tahuantinsuyo people. It is a popular historic site that witnesses thousands of tourist footfalls.  iconic monument is nestled in slopes of Andes.  site resembles ancient living pattern and also draws archaeological interests from people around world.

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Lesser kwn facts about Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is amongst seven wonders of world. interesting facts around it makes it more desirable to visit. Discovered in 1911 by Hiram Bingham,  Machu Picchu lies in a seismically sensitive area. However, unique built of stones bounce back to place if re is an earthquake. According to reports, engineer Kenneth Wright believes that much of built of area was done underground, with deep-rooted drain and foundation stones, of which only 40% is visible. To cut more travelling fees, one can roughly trace steps of Hiram Bingham and walk up to remains. museum Museo De Sitio Manuel Chavez Ballon provides insights on why monument was built. Last but t least, one can also discover secret temple at peak of Temple of Moon located on Huayna Picchu.

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How to get re

At an altitude of 2,300 metres, mind-blowing site is t an easy feat to conquer. However, over years, many tourists have been flocking to remains to catch a glimpse of this exquisite sight. Indians can travel to breath-taking Andes by applying for a tourist visa to enter Peru. cost comes to approximately ₹2,500. visa can be issued within a week’s time. best time to visit Machu Picchu is between May to October, which is dry season and a convenient wear for Indian travellers. flight round trips eir from Delhi or Mumbai International airport to Jorge Chavez in Lima. cost comes down to almost  INR 1,000,00. From Lima, next destination is Cusco, which is pit stop and has several hotels and dorm rooms for accommodation.

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