The Castle in the Sky 'Machu Picchu' Truly Exists!

Hola! (Hello in Spanish)
When you think of Peru... Yes!
It's Machu Picchu, the inspiration for the Castle in the Sky from Laputa, isn't it?
This time, we'll introduce how to get to Machu Picchu, the dream destination for all humanity, and its captivating charm.

Machu Picchu Village: A Place That Makes You Wonder, 'Am I Still in Japan?'

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

Somehow, I feel that the scenery is not like Peru ...
Perhaps some of you readers might feel the same way.
In fact, the first mayor of Machu Picchu Village was Japanese!
Mayor Yoshikichi Nonai envisioned Japanese hot spring towns when he created this village.

No wonder the scenery feels so comforting.
Nonai's life story is fascinating, so be sure to look it up.

Off to Machu Picchu!

Finally, it's time to head to Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is open from morning to evening, but if you want to take great photos, you should definitely enter early in the morning when there are fewer people.
The day I visited, the area was shrouded in mist as far as the eye could see, creating a mystical atmosphere.
It felt like wandering into the wasteland from the Studio Ghibli movie 'Howl's Moving Castle.'

I was a bit worried that the mist might prevent me from seeing the stunning views I had seen in photos, but the skies soon cleared!
Machu Picchu, a city in the sky located over 2,000 meters above sea level, experiences relatively frequent weather changes.
Even if it's misty, just wait a little and the blue skies will appear, so don't worry.
If you're lucky, you might also encounter llamas or colorful parrots.

To be honest, I'm not usually interested in ruins, but the breathtaking views of Machu Picchu moved me deeply.
What the people of the Inca Empire thought and aimed for when building these ruins remains a mystery.
How did the people who lived here for just 100 years spend their lives?
The many mysteries surrounding it only fuel the imagination, making it even more captivating.

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