The ghostly ruins of Machu Picchu are a dream destination for just about any tourist. They are one of the most significant attractions of South America and the most famous legacy of the Incan empire that still survives. And because of this they continue to be studied closely. Year after year, the mysterious city in the clouds continues to reveal its secrets, although there are some facts that still confound researchers. Here are some of them.
Strange Facts about Machu Picchu you May Not Know
The mysterious statues
The first descriptions of Machu Picchu mention that there were 2 giant statues rising in the center of the city - one made of stone, one of gold, marking the grave of the Incan emperor Pachacuti. The statues disappeared shortly after Hiram Bingham's arrival to Machu Picchu. Today, their location is unknown.
The first descriptions of Machu Picchu mention that there were 2 giant statues rising in the center of the city - one made of stone, one of gold, marking the grave of the Incan emperor Pachacuti. The statues disappeared shortly after Hiram Bingham's arrival to Machu Picchu. Today, their location is unknown.
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