Antarctic Journey 5: Impressions of Peru, Moray Terraces
Sacred Valley was the granary of the Inca Empire, where there are various styles of Inca terraces. The town of Moray is located at an altitude of 3600 meters, producing tuber crops such as potatoes and a variety of hybrid crops. The circular terraces that come into view are a wonderful sight. Among the vast hills, there are many sunken terraces that resemble circular stepped theaters, with depths ranging from 100 to 160 meters. The circular terraces with more than ten layers of terraces connected in circles and evenly arranged look like the painting masterpiece of aliens. Moray is one of the many mysterious towns in Peru. For hundreds of years, it has been hidden in the Sacred Valley of the Plateau and unknown until 1932. It was discovered in an aerial survey sponsored by the National Geographic Society. Photographer Shippe Johnson took the first aerial photograph of the spectacular and shocking terrace system here, which was discovered 21 years later than Machu Picchu. This is the 'agricultural experimental base' of the ancient Incas. They carried out species hybridization and improvement experiments on foreign species (such as coca) here, and cultivated crops that can adapt to different climates, such as potatoes, quinoa and corn, etc. They also cultivated disaster-resistant varieties that can achieve good harvests even in disaster climates. The trick is to cleverly use the unique pebbles in the bed of the Urubamba River with different specific heat capacities, lay different thicknesses at the bottom of the terraces, and design and build terraces that adapt to different climates according to the climate differences at different heights every 300 meters. According to Peruvian authorities, these circular terraces have 20 different microclimates and ecological environments; and due to the natural sinkholes formed by crustal movements and the construction of terraces into a circular shape, they have good underground drainage functions. The ancient Incas used the difference in specific heat capacity of special stones to regulate the temperature of different terraces, and maintained different humidity by controlling the irrigation system, thereby creating different microclimates for terraces at different heights.
An unforgettable experience of Mother Nature and the greatness of Inca Empire. A must visit !
this is my second trip to Machu Picchu. last trip by train and this trip by hiking and cycling. The Inca Jungle trek to Machu Picchu is by far the most adventurous trekking option in the Cusco region. It is also the most varied in terms of activities.In addition to jungle trekking, there is a massive downhill mountain biking section.There is also the opportunity for more exhilarating experiences like white water rafting and zip-lining. The tour finishes on a high with a visit to Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu, known as the "lost city" of the Inca Empire, is 120 kilometers from the then capital Cusco and sits on a steep and narrow ridge between the most difficult peaks of the Andes and the peaks of youth, at an altitude of 2,400 meters. Machu Picchu was the Inca ruler Pachakuti around 1440 It was established and inhabited until the Spanish conquest of Peru in 1532. It was discovered by American historians in 1911, and attracted world attention.
The best view that you can see from the top of Machu Picchu. You can hiking on the top
Machu Picchu is one of the new seven wonders of the world, and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is certainly a place to watch. Simply put, this is an incredible place, in an incredible place. Enjoy these photos and the limited information I've taught you. The entrance to Machu Picchu is 142 Sols, including the entrance to Montana. If you don't want to go hiking on the 3082-metre peak, tickets will be slightly less - if your personalized ticket information is accurate, it doesn't matter. 1. Please buy tickets for Machu Picchu the day before. The ticket booth opens from 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 2. If you want to get on the first bus, make sure you get in line at the bus stop around 4:30 a.m. First arrival, last departure!
The entire site, towering over a ridge about 2,350 meters above sea level, is a relic of Peru's famous pre-Columbus Inca Empire built in the 15th century and one of the world's new seven wonders. Machu Picchu, in Quechua, is the meaning of "old mountains" and is also known as "lost Inca city", a well-preserved Inca relics of the pre-Columbus period. Machu Picchu is the most important archaeological excavation center in South America and is therefore the most popular tourist attraction in Peru.