The climb to Huayna Picchu is restricted to only 400 people per day in two groups of 200 and the gates open early so if you want to do the climb, it is advised to head to Machu Picchu by sunrise...
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#1 of 12 attractions in Machu Picchu
Attraction type: Lookout; Mountain
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- Jul 7, 2008 "Fantastic!"
- Jun 28, 2008 "Go early!"
- Jun 22, 2008 "Huayna Picchu & Machu Picchu"
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#2 of 12 attractions in Machu Picchu
Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest; Ancient ruins
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- Mar 29, 2008 "Energy giving stone in Machu Picchu"
- Jan 30, 2006 "Intihuatana was popular"
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#3 of 12 attractions in Machu Picchu
Built in the form of a circular tower on a massive slab of granite, this sacred edifice contains the famous Intiwatana, or sun dial, which the Incas used to "tie down" the sun at the winter solstice each year.
Attraction type: Ancient ruins; Historic site
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- Apr 13, 2007 "tocando el cielo"
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#4 of 12 attractions in Machu Picchu
Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest; Ancient ruins; Lookout
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- Jul 8, 2007 "A Worthwhile Hike"
Ancient Inca village.
Attraction type: Ancient ruins; Town center/square/plaza
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Located west of the main square, this sacred temple is known for its huge walls and three trapezoidal-shaped windows through which the sun's rays would pass illuminating the "Sacred Plaza" beyond.
Attraction type: Ancient ruins; Historic site
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The Intipata ruins are recenlty discovered agricultural terraces. Inhabitants may have once used the terraces as a walking path to Machu Picchu.
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