Machu Picchu, Cusco Region
Incredible
Yep, the bus ride up the mountain was a little scary, and I definitely don’t recommend eating food from the street vendors (gastroenteritis is no fun at 8,000 feet) but the ruins are gorgeous, no matter what the weather, and the city is HUGE!! I was expecting a small citadel and I was amazed at how many terraces and structures there are. You can easily spend a whole day exploring the ruins and the surrounding mountains. Make sure your tour guide begins with the climb up the stairs to the platform where you get a panoramic view of the ruins— you may feel a little out of breath once you get up top, but it’s the ancient city at your feet that will truly take your breath away! :-)
over 6 years ago
