The Sky Castle 'Machu Picchu' Really Exists!

Hola! (Hello in Spanish)
Speaking of Peru...yes!
It's Machu Picchu, which is also the model for the sky castle in Laputa, right?
This time, we will introduce how to get to Machu Picchu, the place admired by all humanity, and its attractions.

Machu Picchu Village, where you might mistake it for Japan

After a long journey, we arrived at Aguas Calientes Village, commonly known as Machu Picchu Village (the village at the foot of the Machu Picchu ruins), just as night was approaching.

Somehow, the scenery doesn't feel very Peruvian...
Some readers might feel the same way.
Actually, the first village chief of Machu Picchu Village was Japanese!
It is said that the village chief, Mr. Yosuke Nonai, created this village with Japanese hot spring towns in mind.

No wonder the scenery feels comforting.
Mr. Nonai's life story is interesting, so please look it up.

Off to Machu Picchu!

Finally, it's time to depart for Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is open from morning to evening, but if you want to take good photos, you should definitely enter first thing in the morning when there are fewer people.
The day I went, it was misty as far as the eye could see, creating a magical atmosphere.
It felt like the wasteland from the Ghibli movie 'Howl's Moving Castle,' as if I had wandered into the film.

I was a bit worried that I wouldn't see the spectacular views like in the photos due to the mist, but soon the sky cleared up!
Machu Picchu is an aerial city located over 2,000 meters above sea level, so the weather changes relatively frequently.
Even if it's misty, just wait a little, and the blue sky will appear, so don't worry.
Also, if you're lucky, you might encounter llamas and colorful parrots.

Actually, I'm not the type of person who's very interested in ruins, but I was moved by the breathtaking views of Machu Picchu.
It is still unknown what the people of the Inca Empire were thinking and what their purpose was in building these ruins.
How did the people who lived here for just 100 years live?
Because it remains shrouded in many mysteries, it stirs the imagination and feels even more captivating.

Next to Machu Picchu stands a very tall mountain called Huayna Picchu.
The hiking trail includes nearly vertical rocky areas and is a steep mountain path, but if you have the stamina, please try climbing it.
The sky castle that suddenly appears amidst the mist is a must-visit before you die!
Whether you're a history enthusiast or not, please visit at least once.
Well then, ciao!