Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is an old city in Peru. It was voted one of the new 7 wonders of the world and is protected by Unesco. 2000 people visit Machu Picchu for per day. It was built on top of And Mountains by Pachacutec Yupanqui who king of Inca in 1450. It was built of stone.

When the Spanish occupied around the city in 1532, they didn't see that so they couldn't damage the city. Machu Picchu's 3000 steps still solid. Machu Picchu was discovered by Hiram Bingham in 1912. There is a story of discovery of Machu Picchu.

One day a Native of Inca wanted to show to ruins to Hiram Bingham but the native wanted 50 cents. Hiram accepted this and he discovered the city.