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  • Day 7

    Machu Picchu

    August 17, 2022 in Peru ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C

    After one night in the tourist hole of Aguas Calientes, we got up very early once again to explore the ruins of Machu Picchu. Amazing how well preserved this Holy Site is. The Inkas abandoned it when the Spanish came so it remained forgotten until 1911.
    After exploring the site, we went up Machu Picchu mountain for yet more spectacular views. The scenery alone made this one of our best hikes, even if Machu Picchu wasn't there.
    Finally, a long way back to Cusco with bus, train, bus, taxi, walk.
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