8 thoughts on “PHOTO: Main Courtyard at Machu Picchu Inca Ruins, Peru”
Great advice. I stayed till it closed having walked in via the classic four-day trek and couldn’t understand why everyone left this magical location after only a few hours. It seems strange to me for a place that takes some effort to visit (whether train or walk) doesn’t warrant a long visit. I headed back for a full second day which was a bargain price when I was there ($10 if you had a ticket for the prior day, I think). It also changes mood throughout the day with the light and the weather and has many lesser visited areas that are well worth strolling around and also provide some different photo opportunities. Can you imagine what life must have been life with people buzzing around tending crops, fetching water and going about their everyday roles many centuries ago…
I know exactly what you mean Travel Wonders. I was astounded by the majesty of it and can’t imagine the sight of it being routine for thise who lived there, but I suppose it was.
Stunning photo Barbara and the tip about staying to the afternoon is a great one. I know you are naturally a spiritual person. Did you feel a sense of something when you were there. I have heard people saying the place is very special, and some say it is even a conduit to another world? I am so envious of you going there – hopefully will get there myself one day.
Hi Val. I knew you’d like the photos of Machu Picchu. I DID feel huge energy from the site. There are two monolithic rocks in the center of the ruins that were carved by the Inka. One mimics the profile of the mountains across the valley and the other is a huge rectangular rock. The Inca believed both had tremendous energy and I could feel it on both rocks. I’ve only ever felt that kind of energy in two other places on the planet, one a power spot in Puerto Rico, and the other at the Coral Castle in Homestead, Florida. No doubt in my mind that all three are portals to other dimensions and have great spiritual significance. Strangely, my guide for the day, who was indigenous Quechua (of Inca descent) said he’d never been able to feel the energy. Once I’d found a spot of strong emanation on the rocks, I showed him how to hold his hand and where to hold it, and he was truly amazed. He might have been faking, but from the expression on his face the moment he connected to it, I don’t think so. It was incredible to watch. I’d love to go back, maybe we will go together.
That is an awesome shot…………..You are making me want to go back, again. Now you have me returning to Ecuador and Peru. Question, have you ever had an interest in Burma? I am debating about researching a trip there. Looking for places that there are not many tourists. Maybe, you
would have a suggestion???? thanks you Kathy
Hi Matt: That photo was taken sometime after 2 pm. Machu Picchu allows 2,500 visitors into the site each day, but most come early in the morning and the majority are gone by 1 pm. I stuck around till 4 pm and watched the setting sun turn the entire site golden. It was magical and I had the place almost entirely to myself.
Great advice. I stayed till it closed having walked in via the classic four-day trek and couldn’t understand why everyone left this magical location after only a few hours. It seems strange to me for a place that takes some effort to visit (whether train or walk) doesn’t warrant a long visit. I headed back for a full second day which was a bargain price when I was there ($10 if you had a ticket for the prior day, I think). It also changes mood throughout the day with the light and the weather and has many lesser visited areas that are well worth strolling around and also provide some different photo opportunities. Can you imagine what life must have been life with people buzzing around tending crops, fetching water and going about their everyday roles many centuries ago…
I know exactly what you mean Travel Wonders. I was astounded by the majesty of it and can’t imagine the sight of it being routine for thise who lived there, but I suppose it was.
Stunning photo Barbara and the tip about staying to the afternoon is a great one. I know you are naturally a spiritual person. Did you feel a sense of something when you were there. I have heard people saying the place is very special, and some say it is even a conduit to another world? I am so envious of you going there – hopefully will get there myself one day.
Hi Val. I knew you’d like the photos of Machu Picchu. I DID feel huge energy from the site. There are two monolithic rocks in the center of the ruins that were carved by the Inka. One mimics the profile of the mountains across the valley and the other is a huge rectangular rock. The Inca believed both had tremendous energy and I could feel it on both rocks. I’ve only ever felt that kind of energy in two other places on the planet, one a power spot in Puerto Rico, and the other at the Coral Castle in Homestead, Florida. No doubt in my mind that all three are portals to other dimensions and have great spiritual significance. Strangely, my guide for the day, who was indigenous Quechua (of Inca descent) said he’d never been able to feel the energy. Once I’d found a spot of strong emanation on the rocks, I showed him how to hold his hand and where to hold it, and he was truly amazed. He might have been faking, but from the expression on his face the moment he connected to it, I don’t think so. It was incredible to watch. I’d love to go back, maybe we will go together.
Breathtaking!
That is an awesome shot…………..You are making me want to go back, again. Now you have me returning to Ecuador and Peru. Question, have you ever had an interest in Burma? I am debating about researching a trip there. Looking for places that there are not many tourists. Maybe, you
would have a suggestion???? thanks you Kathy
What time did you take this picture? I don’t see any tourist in it.
Hi Matt: That photo was taken sometime after 2 pm. Machu Picchu allows 2,500 visitors into the site each day, but most come early in the morning and the majority are gone by 1 pm. I stuck around till 4 pm and watched the setting sun turn the entire site golden. It was magical and I had the place almost entirely to myself.