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Peru
Aguas Calientes
A small town at the mountain base serving as the gateway to the ruins.
About
This town sits in a deep valley surrounded by high stone cliffs. Most people stay here because it is the main stop before heading up to the ruins.
You will find narrow streets filled with small hotels and places to eat. A river runs through the center, and you can only get there by train.
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RecommendedAguas Calientes town Centre
LocationA car-free settlement reached only by train or foot, acting as the gateway to the ruins.
Amazonas Restaurant
RestaurantLocal budget-friendly spots serving large portions of roasted chicken and Peruvian-style Chinese food.
Baños Termales (Hot Springs)
AttractionPublic pools with warm mineral water located a short walk from the town center.
RecommendedMachu Picchu
AttractionThis ancient Inca city sits high in the Andes and features impressive stone structures.
Mariposario de Machu Picchu
AttractionA research sanctuary near Aguas Calientes showing the full life cycle of local butterflies.
Museo de Sitio Manuel Chavez Ballon
AttractionA museum near Aguas Calientes featuring Inca artifacts and history before visiting Machu Picchu.
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Discover one of the world's most iconic destinations — Machu Picchu. In this video, we travel through Peru's Sacred Valley by train, explore the lively town below the ruins, and finally visit Machu Picchu itself, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
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