Machu Picchu is considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the modern world. I have been there and can tell you it is an awesome place that deserves to be on that list. Pictures do not really do it justice but I am going to try anyways. Below are just some of the hundreds of photos that I took during my trip there.
The first photo is the classic view of Machu Picchu with Huayna Picchu in the background. I am sure that if you have seen similar photos because I know I have.
I should have spent more time on the StairMaster. My legs are going to be sore tomorrow.
The terraced fields allowed the Incas to grow crops as well as control water drainage.
I am glad I do not have to mow that lawn
Next is the remains of a structure that is only missing a roof which would have been made out logs and thatched roof.
Much better constructed than my house
Everything was well planned out with the doors of the buildings aligned with each other.
I wonder if they liked their neighbors
The round stones sticking out of the walls held the roof up.
There is nothing like a room with a view. I just wish it had a roof.
We climbed a lot of stairs during our visit. This is just one of the many long stairways built into the mountain.
Unfortunately they had not invented escalators yet
The stonework is amazing and the Incas used existing boulders in their walls and structures.
They don’t build them like this anymore
The walls were built to withstand earthquakes which is why they are still standing today.
It is like a maze in here. Where is the GPS when I need it?
Drainage channels are integrated into the walls to direct water where it is needed.
Water always flows downhill
Llamas spend their time eating grass and posing for photos.
Smile for the camera
There is often clouds covering Machu Picchu. These rolled in while we were exploring.
When the clouds roll in you will get wet
I had a great time exploring Machu Picchu with my Dad.
Dad & I Exploring Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu deserves the attention it gets. It truly is a marvel of construction and is worth a trip to Peru just to see it. Read more about our train journey to get to Machu Picchu.
santafetraveler says
May 19, 2014 at 5:19 PMStunning Machu Picchu photos. I especially like the one looking through the arches, one after another..
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Jeff says
May 19, 2014 at 7:53 PMIt was such an interesting place and very well planned out.
Christine | GRRRLTRAVELER says
May 19, 2014 at 5:30 PMAww, a father-son bonding trip. Thanks for sharing! I always see that one same shot of Macchu Pichu from above (there must be a huge line for that shot), so thanks for reminding me that there’s more angles to the site. The reverse shot is very interesting as well as taking us inside. For some reason I thought it would be more Indiana Jones like. lol.
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Jeff says
May 19, 2014 at 7:51 PMThere were plenty of places you could get that shot from so it was not too difficult. Plus they limit admission.
That would be cool is we had to run from a big boulder to get out of the place.
Jenna says
May 19, 2014 at 5:55 PMWhat a fun peek into Machu Picchu! I love your captions, the photo of you and your dad, and the detailed look at the construction. What an amazing place.
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Jeff says
May 19, 2014 at 7:52 PMThanks. I was wondering if anyone would read the captions.
Tim says
May 19, 2014 at 9:13 PMBack in the late 80’s I spent the night sleeping on the sun dial in Machu Picchu. What a magnificent way to greet the morning. Beautiful photos that bring back a lot of memories.
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Jeff says
May 20, 2014 at 4:48 PMThat is cool that you got to sleep there. I am sure that they do not allow that any more.
Charlie says
May 20, 2014 at 1:47 PMAmaaazing photos! Enjoyed seeing Machu Picchu from some different angles =)
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Jeff says
May 20, 2014 at 4:49 PMThanks. There is so much more to see there than the same picture that everyone takes.
Gaelyn says
May 22, 2014 at 12:17 PMThe construction is amazing. You got some awesome shots. Wondering how you avoided all the people in them. Certainly on my list.
Jeff says
May 22, 2014 at 2:09 PMIt’s a big place and most people stay in certain areas. Also they limit of visitors each day.
Dave Briggs says
May 25, 2014 at 12:39 PMIt’s one of those special places where you can feel a sense of history in the atmosphere. Great photos!
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Jeff says
May 30, 2014 at 11:43 AMThanks. It truly is an special place.
Phoebe (Short Road to Happy) says
May 30, 2014 at 11:39 AMWow! What an exciting adventure! I cannot wait to go to Machu Picchu and those photos didn’t help at all! I especially loved the photo of you and your dad – what a sweet moment!
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Jeff says
May 30, 2014 at 11:48 AMAdd it to your list. It is a must see.
Justyna | one-penny-trip.com says
June 1, 2014 at 3:18 AMWow, it looks like an amazing trip! Only the amount of stairs is ridiculous – I think I would die breathless climbing up there haha 🙂
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Jeff says
June 1, 2014 at 9:35 AMThere were a lot of steps. I definitely got my exercise that day.
Lula says
June 10, 2014 at 5:09 AMI hear the views from Putucusi are splendid, but it’s quite dangerous climbing up there – slippery stairs… Quite a few travelers do that trek…
elaine schoch says
November 4, 2014 at 1:03 PMLove the photos! I HAVE to get there soon. The history and the architecture have always amazed me. (What amazes me now is how we can’t build anything to last like they did.)
Jeff says
November 4, 2014 at 6:40 PMIt is amazing how it has lasted. There is another site similar to Machu Picchu that they are currently working on making it easier to visit. Right now the only way to get there is hike. It is an even bigger site.
Jessica Festa says
December 7, 2014 at 5:17 AMWow! These photos bring back some great memories of Machu Picchu and hiking the Inca Trail last year. Awesome share 🙂
Jessie
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Therie says
April 25, 2017 at 1:08 AMThat’s a lot of stairs! It’s amazing how something like Machu Picchu exists!
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