HISTORY OF MACHU PICCHU

Greetings from the wonderful and sunny Machu Picchu!

Our adventure is about to begin! Are you ready to get into a millennial culture? Are you prepared to be lost in one of the seventh Wonder of the World? Let's go! 

The history of the Lost City of the Incas is complex and fascinating, as you will see. 

If you want to go deeper into its history and culture, you should continue reading. Before you arrive to this wornderful marvel, you might be interested in learning about it. 

We can prove that Machu Picchu is not only an impressive remnant of the Inca civilization  it is also one of the world's most important archeological sites. 

Machu Picchu is believed to have been a royal estate or sacred religious site for Inca leaders, whose civilization was virtually wiped out by Spanish invaders in the 16th century.

If you want to be conscious of what are you looking at, you might like to know that although it was built in the 1400´s, Machu Picchu was hardly known outside of the region until 1911, as the Incans kept this relic a secret.

An American explorer named Hiram Bingham found the site at that time. There were 135 skeletons, among them more than 100 were women. For this reason, archaeologists have speculated that Machu Picchu was a temple or sanctuary for high priests and women who have been referred to as Virgins of the Sun. 

Nevertheless, it could have been used by the emperor and his family as a temporary respite. Interestingly, the dwelling of the emperor is located in the southwest part of the site, away from the other elite residences.

This site has helped historians to learn more about the Inca civilization. Archaeologists have divided all the sections of the site into three categories: religious, agricultural, and urban. With our guided-tours, you will always know what you're looking at. Examples of some elements of the larger site include Great Central Temple, known for its intricate stonework. Nearby is the Temple of the Sun, where the best stonework of the whole archeological site can be found. When you visit Machu Picchu, be prepared to climb steps that reveal astounding views of the whole valley.

This intricate and beautiful complex was built at the height of the Inca Empire, but it was in use for less than 100 years. Around the time of the Spanish conquest of Peru, in the early sixteenth century, Machu Picchu was abandoned. 

Once this UNESCO World Heritage Site had been discovered, you can't miss the opportunity to visit it and get in touch with one of the most dazzling cultures and archaeological sites in the world.

It is time for action! Don't let others tell you about this magical place, tell your own story. 

If you want to plunge deeper into this civilization, don´t forget to read our next article!