Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu is the perfect natural, historical, biodiverse and self-sustaining scenario; world heritage, wonder of the world and national pride.
Discover the spirituality that surrounds this magical Inca architectural complex built in the mid-fifteenth century, whose contemporary name comes from the Quechua Southern Machu Pikchu («Old Mountain»). Due to its majesty, history and unique beauty, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the planet that can be reached by train, helicopter or by trekking following the demanding wild trail called the Inca Trail or Inca Trail hand in hand with the meandering Vilcanota River- Urubamba (Sacred River of the Incas), in an unforgettable guided walk of three or four days through the same places that the ancient inhabitants of the Inca empire once traveled. In this Sanctuary you will not only discover history, but you will also become a privileged spectator of a natural setting that will captivate you from beginning to end.
Have you ever imagined that the most impressive citadel of the Inca empire is also the habitat of wild guardian species of the sanctuary, such as the puma or the spectacled bear? Indeed, and to complete the mystical halo of the sanctuary, the sporadic flights of the majestic condor that furrow the vastness of the heavens, will end up captivating you. The Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu has been declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco and is, at the same time, one of the new seven wonders of the modern world.
Location of the Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu
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District: Machupicchu
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Province: Urubamba
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Region: Cusco
Travel tips to travel to the Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu
Register the visit at the checkpoints and / or the administrative headquarters of the ANP.
Go along the established paths and respect the signs.
Use sunscreen, repellent, UV protected lenses and sunscreen caps.
Bring a sleeping bag, backpack (approx. 20 to 40 liters) for walks, walking stick with rounded jebe tip, water bottle, water purification tablets, personal hygiene items.
Bring food like dried fruits, candies and chocolates.
Climate and Temperature of the Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu
Around the Llaqta de Machupicchu, (from 2,200 to 2,500 meters above sea level), the climate is still warm and humid, with an average annual biotemperature between 16.5 and 14.5 ° C. On the Inca Trail (between 2,500 and 4,350 meters above sea level), the climate varies from humid to subhumid and temperate cold to cold, with an average annual biotemperature between 18 and 6 ° C. and in sectors greater than 4,350 the annual average biotemperature between 3 and 1.5 ° C.
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Rainy season: November to March.
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Recommended season: From May to October.
Access to the Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu
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From Lima to Cusco: Airway: 1 hour. Land route: 20 hours per 1 105 km (paved road).
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From Cusco to Piscacucho (Km 82): Land route: 2 hours 30 minutes for 85 km (asphalted / affirmed road).
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From Cusco to Machupicchu Town: Land route: 4 hours 10 minutes per 111 km (Train).
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From Ollantaytambo to Machupicchu Pueblo: By land via 2 hours 10 minutes per 60 km (Train).
Services in the Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu
Checkpoints. You will find 8 PCV: Piscacucho,. Huayllabamba, Qoriwayrachina, Pacaymayo Alto, Wiñaywayna, Intiwatana, Soraypampa and Machupicchu Pueblo.
Clinic. You will find a health post in the Inca Trail Network (Huayllabamba) and Machupicchu Pueblo.
Parking area. Sector of Piscacucho Km 82, Sector of Soraypampa and Town of Santa Teresa
Cafeteria. At the entrance gate to the Inca City of Machupicchu.
Guided. There are guides authorized by the SHM Headquarters and resident guides in Machupicchu Pueblo.
Camping Area. Along the Inca Trail Network
Signposted circuits There are six routes of the Inca Trail Network of the Sanctuary.
Craft sale. In the interpretation center Piscacucho and Machupicchu Pueblo.
Lodging. Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Machupicchu Pueblo and Santa Teresa.
Restaurant in the city. Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Machupicchu Pueblo and Santa Teresa.
Travel tips to travel to the Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu
Register the visit at the checkpoints and / or the administrative headquarters of the ANP.
Go along the established paths and respect the signs.
Use sunscreen, repellent, UV protected lenses and sunscreen caps.
Bring a sleeping bag, backpack (approx. 20 to 40 liters) for walks, walking stick with rounded jebe tip, water bottle, water purification tablets, personal hygiene items.
Bring food like dried fruits, candies and chocolates.
Tourist Activities in the Historic Sanctuary of Machupicchu
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Hike
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Camp
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Wildlife visit
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Bird watching
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Flora visit
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Thermal waters
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waterfalls
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Archeological site.