In the Inca language Quechua "Picchu" means mountain and "Machu" means old or ancient. So "Machu Picchu" translates to Old Mountain.
A visit to Machu Picchu can include hiking to the top of one of the two large mountains that overlook the famous Ancient City. These mountains are called Montaña Machu Picchu and Huyana Picchu.
Check out the picture to the left to see where each site is located.
Both hikes are considered moderate to difficult and neither should be done by those with a fear of heights as there are several instances of exposed drop-offs during the hike.
The summit of both heights provide incredible views and vantage points of the famous site of Machu Picchu ruins below.
A visit to Machu Picchu can include hiking to the top of one of the two large mountains that overlook the famous Ancient City. These mountains are called Montaña Machu Picchu and Huyana Picchu.
Check out the picture to the left to see where each site is located.
Both hikes are considered moderate to difficult and neither should be done by those with a fear of heights as there are several instances of exposed drop-offs during the hike.
The summit of both heights provide incredible views and vantage points of the famous site of Machu Picchu ruins below.