Machu Picchu, A wonder among the clouds

Machu Picchu, "The Lost City of the The" and one of the seven wonders of the world's current is 130 kilometres northwest of Cusco, in the province of Urubamba, at the top of a mountain with the same name, surrounded by a big gap of just over 400 metres, that make up the Urubamba river canyon. "
Due to its location wonder many visitors of this Peruvian historical sanctuary how its old settlers moving these large blocks of stone which form this archaeological site, and built this enormous city at the top of a mountain. This mystery has generated several theories of its origin. Some people think it is a fortress which is why it's called "the citadel", while others think it is a religious and sacred place where The worshiped their gods and made sacrifices as their main activity. According to the latest studies, the most likely explanation is that Machu Picchu was built by order of Pachacutec, "the Emperor Inca", as a resting place.
Machu Picchu is divided into two areas: the agricultural area that includes great Inca terraces and the urban area, which is the place where The lived and organised their religious and civil activity. The latter has in fact two sectors: Hanan, "high sector", inhabited by the Inka and his descendants and urine, "Low", devoted to the sector rest of the population.
This historical sanctuary is surrounded by a marvelous landscapes full of colour, with an exuberant Amazon jungle which sanctuary diverse flora and fauna. Its vegetation has more than 200 orchid species and big old trees queñual, walnut and cedar. It is also a place to observe birds and mammals such as the Andean Condor, the cock of the rocks which is very representative of Peru, and the Spectacled bear, among others. Machu Picchu offers without a doubt one of the most beautiful and magical sceneries on Earth.
Visit Machu Picchu travel to traditions, experiences, opinions and knowledge of the Inca Empire. a millennial and enigmatic culture and attraction for our eyes. Walking through its Inca walls built with large blocks that fit together without mortar. appreciate the Intihuatana or "solar watch" perfect selection of the Andean Cosmo vision. hike to the Sun Gate to observe the most impressive view of Machu Picchu. assimilate all the energy Inca town starts from each site to answer why Machu Picchu is a strange between the clouds.