Once you arrive in Machu Picchu, you’ll be met with a variety of exciting activities and fascinating sites to explore.

From admiring the imposing ruins to hiking the breathtaking Andean trails, there is something for every type of traveler in this ancient Inca city.

Machu Picchu is an Inca architectural complex composed of numerous buildings, plazas, terraces, paths and stairways that connect and adapt to the mountainous topography of the area.

Some highlights not to be missed:

The Temple of the Sun

This semicircular temple is one of the best preserved in Machu Picchu.

It is believed to have been a place of worship to the Sun, a vital deity for the Incas.

Panoramic view of Machu Picchu Ruins

Intihuatana

This ancient sundial is one of the few that survives in its original state.

It is believed that the Incas used it to predict the solstices.

Temple of the Three Windows

This structure is famous for its three trapezoidal windows overlooking the main plaza.

They represent the three levels of the Inca world:

• The sky (Hanan Pacha)
• The terrestrial world (Kay Pacha)
• The subway world (Uku Pacha).
• The Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain

Both are excellent hiking options if you are looking for spectacular panoramic views of the Inca city and the surrounding area.