Machu Picchu

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Today was the day we had been waiting for as we were going to Machu Picchu, the first reason for going on this adventure.
The day started with catching the train to Aguas Calientes, where we made a new friend. From here we would get the bus up to the ancient site. An interesting little town and we even met a resident from Peru as we sat having a snack on a bench.
​After a walk around the town and panicking a little when we saw the queue for the buses, we sat down with the group for a meal. Coming out of the restaurant, we arrived at our allotted time and were pleased to see that the queue wasn't too bad. We were soon on our way.

Arriving at the site, we were met by our local guide and stood at first in awe of the landscape in front of us. The idea that all this had been constructed on top of this mountain was incredible, and the fact that all the lower hillside contained further structures that were still overgrown certainly made you think. Also impressive was the way the large stone blocks that made up the structures fitted so perfectly together. 

We spent a few hours exploring the site with the guide explaining about its history. Without being there it is impossible to explain the awe that visitors feel, and we left feeling that all the long journey to get here had been worthwhile.
​Our special guest that Sue had brought certainly enjoyed the visit as well.

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