"OH,TO BE BACK THERE NOW..." Machu Picchu by neilward

Machu Picchu Travel Guide: 766 reviews and 1,779 photos

My Holy Grail.

Its very difficult to get photos of such a famous landmark,that other people havent taken,so I`ve tried to do just that...

The Watchtower

Perfect

This is one of my favourite photos.
this was perfection personified for me,it summed up the whole place.
Also called the Caretakers Hut,its situated in the Agriculture sector,high above the main entrance,overlooking the whole city.

Perfectly shaped

Another fine example of Inca engineering,a perfect trapezoidal door leading through to another mysterious surprise.....
You can see Huayna Picchu in the background.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Wonderful atmosphere,beautiful scenery.
Cons:50 cents to use toilets ..when I didnt have any !!!
In a nutshell:One of those places you just have to go and see

Last visit to Machu Picchu: Sep 2004
Intro Updated Apr 27, 2005
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Great place to play hide and seek !!!! - Machu Picchu

Great place to play hide and seek !!!! Things to Do (8)

These are the upper complex of buildings,and on the right you can see the Temple of the Sun. more travel advice

Ghostly.... Things to Do (8)

Behind the city you can see Huayna Picchu,peering through the low cloud,as if to remind us,`Hey I`m still here !!!` more travel advice

Straight edges Things to Do (8)

This is across the Principal Plaza looking at some of the workmanship that went into the making of the stones to build... more travel advice

Local music.... Tourist Traps (1)

This was the band that entertained us in the Inti Killa restaurant,most us bought cds,weel you`ve got to havent you !!!! more travel advice

Restaurants (3)
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Transportation (3)
See All Be careful driver.....

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Comments (41)

angiebabe Nov 16, 2007 at 9:52 AM Report Abuse

am mentally getting myself prepared for next year when my Brazillian friends rtn home-&can be visited Ha!cant wait.thanx4 your very inspirational photos and tips!the train cant go up that road can it - do i have to go on that in a bus!!
ChristinaNest Jun 27, 2006 at 7:55 AM Report Abuse

Great photos!! I hope I have the chance to visit one day, this place has been on my wish list since I was a kid. Greetings, Christina
Amelei May 20, 2006 at 4:59 AM Report Abuse

Ever since i was a little girl i have dreamt of this place. In my dreams and in teh real. I am yet to visit but some day soon i hope i will have the opportunity...
bijo69 Apr 24, 2006 at 8:00 AM Report Abuse

This place looks really magic! Must definitely visit it one day!
freya_heaven Nov 13, 2005 at 8:02 AM Report Abuse

A very inspiring achievement Neil, I enjoyed following your journey through the traveloges. That is one scary road!! I would rather walk it! lol. Im a chocolate fan too!, yeay! (~_~)
cazz38 Oct 8, 2005 at 11:38 AM Report Abuse

Oh Neil,i have always dreamed of visiting here one day,fantastic page and to have hot chocolate as well excellent.
Ewcia_AZ Jun 15, 2005 at 10:50 AM Report Abuse

Amazing views and pictures, I wish I was there as well! beautiful page! :) xxx Ewa
Rachael71 May 27, 2005 at 8:46 AM Report Abuse

This one is on my wish list for sure. It's just that my wish list is so long, ha ha!!
Canadian_Traveler May 25, 2005 at 9:09 AM Report Abuse

Wow. Your pictures of one of my 'must-sees' are fabulous. Someday... Cheers!
dr.firas May 18, 2005 at 8:03 AM Report Abuse

You've been in a dream destination for me, one day I'm taking my baby darling and we will go there, till that time enjoy the hoooot nights with your kids in Amsterdam, Yaikes boys will get spoild LOL