Machu Picchu - Wikipedia
WEBMachu Picchu [a] is a 15th-century Inca citadel located in the Eastern Cordillera of southern Peru on a mountain ridge at 2,430 meters (7,970 ft). [9] Often referred to as the "Lost City of the Incas", [10] it is the most familiar icon of the Inca Empire.
Machu Picchu | History, Facts, Maps, Elevation, Country, & Photos
WEBAug 30, 2024 · Machu Picchu, site of ancient Inca ruins located about 50 miles from Cuzco, Peru, in the Cordillera de Vilcabamba of the Andes Mountains. One of the few major pre-Columbian ruins found nearly intact, it was designated a …
Machu Picchu - HISTORY
WEBJun 13, 2011 · Tucked away in the rocky countryside northwest of Cuzco, Peru, Machu Picchu is believed to have been a royal estate or sacred religious site for Inca leaders, whose civilization was virtually...
Machu Picchu -- World Heritage Site -- National Geographic
WEBNov 15, 2010 · Get facts, photos, and travel tips for the works of Machu Picchu, a World Heritage site in Peru, from National Geographic.
Machu Picchu: facts, history and meaning- Lonely Planet
WEBSep 16, 2020 · Located at an altitude of nearly 8000 ft (some 2430m) above sea level, at the nexus of the Peruvian Andes and the Amazon Basin, Machu Picchu has only continued to gain international interest since its rediscovery in 1911. In fact, it is one of the most sought-after archaeological sites in all of South America.
Machu Picchu - One of the Seven Wonders of the World
WEBFeb 27, 2023 · The ancient Inca ruins, Machu Picchu, set above the Urubamba River valley of the Cordillera de Vilcabamba of the Andes Mountains are one of the major discoveries of the pre-Columbian sites.
Machu Picchu - History and Facts | History Hit
WEBNov 24, 2020 · History of Machu Picchu. Believed to have been constructed by the Inca Yupanqui people sometime during the mid-fifteenth century for the then-emperor Pachacuti, the ruins of Machu Picchu sit high atop a granite mountain.
10 Most Extraordinary Ruins to Explore at Machu Picchu
WEBDiscover the 10 most extraordinary ruins at Machu Picchu and immerse yourself in the ancient history of this iconic site.
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Discover 10 secrets of Machu Picchu - National Geographic
WEBNov 6, 2018 · Nestled high in the slopes of the Andes, the ruins of Machu Picchu continue to reveal the mysteries of the Inca Empire. While the archaeological site draws scores of visitors to Peru...
Machu Picchu - World History Encyclopedia
WEBMar 4, 2014 · Machu Picchu is an Inca settlement located in the High Andes of Peru in the Urubamba Valley, north of Cuzco. The site, perched high above the Urubamba river, has been variously described as a fortress, imperial retreat and ceremonial precinct.