"Aguas Calientes" Top 5 Page for this destination Aguas Calientes - Machupicchu by risse73

Although touristy, there is a certain charm to Aguas Calientes.

At the heart of Aguas Calientes

At the train depot

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balhannah Jun 17, 2010 at 7:13 PM

Wonderful area you have written excellent tips about! Hot springs work wonders, don't they!
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EllenH Oct 25, 2009 at 6:03 PM

Thank you for clear and concise tips. Much easier then reading through 100s of pages.
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joiwatani May 10, 2009 at 4:13 PM

Great tip. We are thinking of visiting Macchu Picchu!
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Nemorino Apr 5, 2009 at 11:28 AM

Yes, I'm sure those hot waters (plural) must feel really good after a long trek. Travel in this area sounds a bit complicated, but I'm sure it's worth the trouble.
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Arkeolog Mar 17, 2009 at 2:22 PM

looks interesting and charming. thanks for sharing.
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jumpingnorman Feb 16, 2009 at 11:23 PM

It was fun walking to Aguas Calientes, then I just dipped into the pools for a short time...nice tips, Norman :)
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unaS Dec 9, 2008 at 2:19 AM

On my Wis List. Useful tips. Thanks for sharing.
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Toshioohsako Sep 8, 2008 at 8:59 AM

Agunas Calientes must be a nice place with hot Springs. I miss Japanese hot springs. Have a nice day, Marissa
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SteveOSF Jul 2, 2008 at 4:59 PM

Looks like a great place to visit. Nice tips!
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DAO May 10, 2008 at 3:35 PM

I really want to go here. Great info on your General Tips and the hotel looks wonderful!