A few family members are in the Peruvian Andes city of Cusco. Once the capital of the Inca Empire that is now designated the historical capital of Peru. They’ve been hiking the Machu Picchu range which is truly a spectacular site to behold. The altitude is 7,972 feet (2,430 meters), and as elevation can affect people in different ways my brother said they took two days to acclimate before making their way to the Aguas Calientes.
The natural setting is spectacular and most impressive. I remember a college professor stating that Machu Picchu was used as an astronomical observatory. The Inca’s positioned the buildings and grounds to observe celestial objects and phenomena which helped to identify seasonal changes. Indicating the best time to plant or harvest their crops.
Built in the 15th century, it is also believed to have been a sacred religious site or a royal estate for Inca leaders.
Regardless of what the sight was used for in the past, today it is truly a vision to behold!!!
Kathleen
Stylish Heath 