Machu Picchu

The ancient Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, 'Manly Peak', is one of the world’s most important heritage sites. A place of unforgettable sunrises and magical moonlit nights located at the top of Aguas Calientes, right in the heart of the valley of the Incas.

Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, at 8,200 feet above sea level, is the only hotel located within the very sanctuary of the Machu Picchu Inca citadel. While visiting, you will enjoy unforgettable views and sights of the remains of the ancient culture of this unique place, considered part of Peru's and the world's cultural heritage.

Language:  Quechua (official), Spanish

Currency:  Nuevo Sol

Climate :  A subtropical climate, with dense rainforests, and mild, warm and damp temperatures. Heaviest rainfall from November to March. Drier, hotter weather from April to October.

Culture:  This enigmatic fortress city, a pre-columbian ruin of 5 sq. miles, had remained virtually intact when discovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911. Machu Picchu was most likely a royal estate and religious retreat. About 1,200 people lived in and around. Most of them were women, children, and priests.

Places to visit:  Machu Picchu Sanctuary, Intipunku, the Gateway of the Sun.