Legends of Machu-Pichu , Peru
Rayan Elias
Trekking to the lost citadel in the clouds and the stories it still keeps.
Arriving at the ancient citadel through the Sun Gate at sunrise is a moment we will never forget. The ruins slowly appear as the morning mist lifts.
Permits for the classic trek sell out months ahead, so book early. Spend a few days in the old capital first to get used to the altitude.
Hire a local guide at the site: the legends of how the city was built and forgotten bring every terrace and temple to life.