Archaeological SitePeru
Machu Picchu
About
A 15th-century Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains in Peru. This UNESCO World Heritage site is often referred to as the 'Lost City of the Incas'.
Coordinates
-13.1631°N, -72.5450°E
✨Fun Facts
1
It was never discovered by Spanish conquistadors
2
Over 60% of the construction is underground
3
The site has over 150 buildings
4
No wheels were used in its construction