Machu Picchu, Not-So-Lost City of the Inca Empire

Late afternoon view of Machu Picchu Citadel as clouds part and sun breaks through
This entry is part 4 of 12 in the series Peru

The day I had dreamed about for much of my life – visiting the Lost City of the Incas – finally arrived. Twitching with excitement, I climbed out of bed and watched the cloud forest emerge from inky blackness, hoping for sunny skies. An hour later it was clear my wishes were not to be … Read more