"Inca Trail to MP:Templo del Sol, 1st Glimpse of MP" Inca Trail Tip by darthmilmo

The fourth day was the most special of all. I knew this and so I didn't get much sleep in anticipation. We woke up bright and early at 4 AM and by 5 AM some of us were already hiking the last leg of the trail. I got to Inti Punku (Temple of the Sun) just in time to await the first sunrays hit Machu Picchu. The first rays came around 6 AM. The view from here before, during the first sun rays, and once the sunrays had hit Machu Picchu was not only phenomenal, but also unforgettable. I do have to say that the final walk to the temple is good to, but about 5 minutes before getting there, there is a smaller temple that tricks you thinking you got there, only to realize you didn't. Machu Picchu is all that I had expected and more. The final walk from the Temple of the Sun to the ruins is inspiring. You get to see Machu Picchu up close.