Machu Picchu, Ancient Inca city in Urubamba Valley, Peru
The stone complex stands at 2,430 meters above sea level, featuring more than 200 buildings connected by stairs and terraces cut into the mountain.
The settlement dates to 1450 when Inca emperor Pachacuti ordered its construction following military victories in the Sacred Valley region.
The architectural design incorporates temples, plazas, and residential sectors, displaying the technical mastery of Inca stone construction methods.
Visitors reach the site by train from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, followed by a bus journey up the mountain or a steep walking path.
The structures align with astronomical events through precise engineering, including the Intihuatana stone that marks the changing of seasons.
Location: Urubamba Province
Location: Cusco Department
Inception: 1450
Elevation above the sea: 2,430 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Part of: Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Website: http://machupicchu.gob.pe
GPS coordinates: -13.16306,-72.54556
Latest update: October 3, 2025 21:17
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