Pink Plankton

We've all seen the typical postcard shot of Machu Picchu.  Here are some less typical shots of Machu Picchu that I gathered in May of 2015.

Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu taken from Sun Gate

Machu Picchu terraces

Few realize that there is so much more to this ancient site.  Throughout the structures you find so many examples of the Inca's intelligence.  Everything was build with purpose; from the direction a wall is facing, to the height of a tier.  It is astonishing how the Inca's have managed to build and live in a city 2500 meters high in the mountains.

Machu Picchu terraces

Machu Picchu terraces

Machu Picchu mountains and staircase

If you ever visit this Wonder of the World, make sure to take an entire day and go right down into the ruins.  Only then will you see for yourself and understand just how much thought was put into the site.  These details simply can't be experienced from the viewpoint high above!

Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu mountains

Machu Picchu