10 Interesting Fact About The history and cultural significance of Machu Picchu

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• Machu Picchu is an ancient site located in the Andes Mountains in Peru and was built by Inca culture around the 15th century.
• This site was discovered by US archaeologists, Hiram Bingham, in 1911 after being abandoned by the Incas for more than 400 years.
• Machu Picchu is often referred to as a hidden city because of its hidden location between mountains and forests.
• This site has many buildings made of granite rocks carved with high precision.
• It is not clear what the initial purpose of Machu Picchu, but archeologists believe that it might be used as a resting place for Emperor Inca and his family.
• One of the most famous buildings in Machu Picchu is the Inti Matuanga, which is a large stone used to measure time and astronomy.
• This site is considered one of the best examples of Inca architecture and is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Peru.
• Machu Picchu is recognized as the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 and has become one of the seven new world wonders since 2007.
• During the 16th century, Spain conquered the Inca kingdom and destroyed many historical sites and artifacts. However, Machu Picchu managed to survive because of its hidden location and difficult to reach.
• There are many theories about why the Inca tribe left Machu Picchu, including the theory that they escaped from the Spanish attacks or because of the plague. However, there is no definite theory and mystery about this site still exists today.