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Machu Picchu
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Ma·chu Pic·chu  (mäch pkch, p-)
An ancient Inca fortress city in the Andes northwest of Cuzco, Peru. Its extensive ruins, including elaborate terraces, were discovered in 1911.
Machu Picchu [ˈmɑːtʃuː ˈpiːktʃuː]
n
(Placename) a ruined Incan city in S Peru
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Noun1.Machu Picchu - Inca fortress city in the Andes in Peru discovered in 1911; it may have been built in the 15th century
Peru, Republic of Peru - a republic in western South America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821; was the heart of the Inca empire from the 12th to 16th centuries
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Byline: ANI Lima (Peru), July 13 (ANI): A team of archaeologists has discovered an Inca road in Peru, which was unknown until now and apparently held sacred, leading to the citadel of Machu Picchu.
Archaeologists discover previously unknown Inca road in Peru by Asian News International
Read on to find out about the marvels of Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Arequipa and Nasca.
The Historical Highlights of Peru by Eduardo Jorge / Travel, recreation and leisure community
DUST off your hiking boots and trek the Machu Picchu region of Peru for Children Today from September 18 to 27.
Trekking for charity; Your Say by Evening Gazette (Middlesbrough, England)
 
 
 
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