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Video Description: Machu Picchu
Inca Trail.
Machu Picchu is without
doubt the most recognizable symbol of Inca Civilization. "The Inca Trail",
as it is known now, was the Royal Highway that led pilgrims and officials of
the Empire to the Sacred City of the Incas.
What makes the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu so
special is the stunning combination of Inca ruins, incredible views, the
Andes scenery, exotic vegetation and extraordinary ecological variety. Over
250 species of orchid have been counted in the Machu Picchu Historic
Sanctuary, as well as numerous birds such as hummingbirds, waterfowl and the
majestic Andean Condor.
The Inca Trail to Machu
Picchu is actually three routes, which all meet up near
Intipunku, the 'Sun Gate' and entrance to Machu Picchu.
The three trails are known as the Mollepata, Classic and
One Day trails, with Mollepata being the longest of the
three. Passing through the Andes mountain range and
sections of the Amazon rainforest, the Trail passes
several well-preserved Inca ruins and settlements before
ending at the Sun Gate on Machu Picchu mountain. The two
longer routes require an ascent to beyond 4,200 m above sea level, which can
result in Acute Mountain sickness, also known as altitude sickness.
