the recently discovered temple and theater are approximately three and a half thousand years older than Machu Picchu. The found structures were built long before the Incas and their predecessors ...

And gazing down on the Temple of the Sun, point out the Serpent Window, which according to legend was used to admit snakes to the shrine. Part of the fun of Machu Picchu is getting there.

Then, start your journey at the House of the Terrace Caretaker and Funeral Rock, a 20-minute walk from Machu Picchu's entrance. From there, head to the Temple of the Sun to admire the exquisite ...

Note: Some of the below destinations may be affected by the civil unrest in Peru. Check with the U.S. Department of State before traveling. Machu Picchu is thought to be one of the largest and ...