Machu Picchu Abstract This paper deals about one of the world wonders Machu Picchu. This paper deals about the geometric and the cultural heritage of Machu Picchu. This paper also deals about the flora and fauna present in that region. This paper mostly concentrates on the architectural features of the Machu Picchu. This paper deals on the characteristic features which made UNO to announce Machu Picchu as one of the world wonders of the Earth. The heritage Machu Picchu is the key topic in
The site that I have chosen Is Machu Picchu. It is an Incan citadel set high in the Andes mountains in Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. The site was built in the 15th century but was later abandoned, Machu Picchu is renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone walls that fuse huge blocks without the use of a motor and intriguing buildings. Machu Picchu has polished dry-stone walls, three primary structures which are the Intihuatana, the temple of the sun, the room of the three windows. Many of
Machu Picchu is a physical symbol of the culture that created it. It is located in the Andes Mountains in Peru, South America, high above the Urubamba River Canyon Cloud Forest. The Incan capital, Cuzco, the closest major city, is forty three miles northwest of this landmark. Machu Picchu is five square miles and eighteen square kilometers in size. This ancient civilization has an altitude of eight thousand feet and is surrounded by towering green mountains. Although covered in dense bush, it had
Machu Picchu is one of the great Wonders of the World and a popular travel destination. The massive 15th century Inca citadel is located in Peru, sitting over 2,000-metres above the sea level. The mysterious structures have tickled our imagination ever since it was brought to the world’s attention in 1911. What is behind the appeal of Machu Picchu? Here are the five reasons to visit Machu Picchu and fall in love with this historic place for good. #1: To explore the mystery behind the structures
the eastern slope of the Andes in south-central Peru. The 15th century city of Machu Picchu looks out from its Andean perch at almost 8,000 feet above sea level, where the air is thin but the majesty great. The symbol of Peru, Machu Picchu's impressive ruins are not visible from the valleys below, but offer incomparable views and one of the history’s most interesting narratives. This paper will investigate Machu Picchu and the rise and fall of the Inca Empire that constructed it. The paper will
city in the clouds. Machu Picchu is a city of wonder and history. Machu Picchu inspires travelers not only because it is recognized as an archaeological wonder, but also because its an Inca creation, and it is one of the best examples of man-land relationships. Machu Picchu is like the Disney World to sight seeing travelers. This amazing city is in the country of Peru high in the mountains. "The Stones of Machu Picchu" says "Despite the mysteries surrounding it, Machu Picchu is recognized as one
other unfortunate sites are demolished, ransacked, or looted due to lack of protection. Machu Picchu, located in the Andes mountains in Peru, is considered one of the seven wonders of the world, as well as an archeological marvel built by the Inca people. However, this historical site has come under protection due to cultural heritage destruction from tourists and environmental degradation. Over the years, Machu Picchu has begun to erode due to an enormous amount of tourism and climate changes. Luckily
Machu Picchu The sacred city of Machu Picchu (in Quechua: old mountain) is the greatest Inca masterpiece. Incredibly daring and inventive, it was built on the most difficult, wild and inaccessible mountain area available. It is known world-wide not only for its impressive and unique ruins, but also for its unusual location on the edge of an abyss, from which one can appreciate the vigorous waters of the Urubamba river. I wonder how the Incas were able to carry the huge blocks of stone to
The discoverers of Machu Picchu were not even looking for Machu Picchu. They were hunting down Vilcabamba, the last homeland of the Inca. They, ironically, were discouraged to discover that Vilcabamba was not the city they had found. No, they had found something much greater. This ‘wonder of the world’ was a great achievement for the Inca. After centuries, Machu Picchu was forgotten and hidden away in the clouds. Today, Machu Picchu is a recognizable landmark for the Andes. Also, this city is a symbol
Since 1911 Machu Picchu has come into prominence as a tourist site because of its interesting history and its mysterious abandonment. Much of Machu Picchu has been restored since its discovery to give tourists a window into what it would have been like to live there at its prime. Machu Picchu was built by the great Inca civilization in 1450 and it is believed that it was used as an imperial retreat for the Inca Emperor. Historians now believe that the abrupt abandonment of Machu Picchu was a result