Top 10 Best Things to Do in Machu Picchu
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Top 10 Best Things to Do in Machu Picchu

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  • Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchutop_1
    󰺂10
    Urubamba78m from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋄Sunrise & panoramic views spot
    󰋄Puerta del Sol: Perfect for Sunrise & Panoramic Views
    󱨠Saved by 155 users󱨠37% positive reviews
    4.7/5
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    Machu Picchu boasts 140 structures, including temples, sanctuaries, parks, and residences, as well as over 100 stairways, numerous fountains, and a comprehensive water system. Abandoned during the Spanish invasion and the fall of the Inca Empire in the 16th century, Machu Picchu was discovered by Yale University professor Hiram Bingham in 1911. The ruins consist of two main areas: an urban area and an agricultural area, separated by a stone wall. Beyond the wall lie terraced agricultural areas, divided into high and low terraces depending on the terrain. The urban area is divided into three zones: the sacred area, the area for priests and nobles, and the southern area for commoners.

  • Sacred Rock at Machu Picchutop_2
    󰺂5.5
    Urubamba204m from downtown
    Highlights:
    Steep Huayna Picchu overlooking Machu Picchu
    󱓊Symbolic stone of Inca village
    4.0/5
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    If we simply evaluate the sacred stone, it is just a big stone. But in Machu Picchu, this stone is given a sacred name, and it is also a must-see when going to Machu Picchu, attracting people to stop and take pictures.

  • Temple of the Condortop_3
    󰺂5.1
    Urubamba146m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Giant Divine Eagle Natural Rock Sculpture
    󱨜Inca Astronomical Observatory Ruins
    4.1/5
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    The Temple of the Condor and the main temple are also located on a high ground in Machu Picchu. The Temple of the Condor is named because there is a large stone similar to an eagle nearby, and this stone is obviously carved by ancient people.

  • Intihuatana, Urubamba
    4
    󰺂5.1
    Urubamba66m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Sun directly overhead & shadowless
    󱓊15th-century Incan sacred ruins
    4.2/5
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    Shuanri Stone is a large stone located at a high place. The shape of this ancient stone is obviously artificially carved. It is very magical. Looking down from here is also a very spectacular view.

  • Temple of the Three Windows
    5
    󰺂4.9
    Urubamba63m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Symbol of the Inca Empire
    Masterpiece of seamless stone joining craftsmanship
    4.2/5
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    The Temple of the Three Windows is one of the attractions in Machu Picchu. In ancient times, it was used to worship the sun god, and this place may have been a place for religious ceremonies. The huge stones are neatly stacked, as if they were strictly measured. Many places in Machu Picchu are hard to imagine and full of mystery.

  • Templo Principal
    6
    󰺂4.8
    Urubamba65m from downtown
    Highlights:
    Inca Sun God Altar
    󱨜Machu Picchu's highest sacrificial sanctuary
    4.9/5
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    The main temple is one of the highest points of Machu Picchu. The building here is very grand. Looking down from above, the whole Machu Picchu brings people a panoramic view of the visual impact. It is very shocking and the angle is quite good.

What Best Things to Do are there in Machu Picchu?
These are all Best Things to Do in Machu Picchu:Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, Sacred Rock at Machu Picchu, Temple of the Condor, Intihuatana, Urubamba, Temple of the Three Windows
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Machu Picchu?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Machu Picchu include:Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu:4.7, Temple of the Condor:4.1, Intihuatana, Urubamba:4.2, Temple of the Three Windows:4.2, Templo Principal:4.9
At what locations in Machu Picchu can Best Things to Do in Machu Picchu be found?
The Best Things to Do in Machu Picchu are mainly located in:Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu:Urubamba, Sacred Rock at Machu Picchu:Urubamba, Temple of the Condor:Urubamba, Intihuatana, Urubamba:Urubamba, Temple of the Three Windows:Urubamba
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