Machu Picchu, Peru

Probably the most well-known representation of the Inca Empire is the lost city of the Incas. In 1911, an expedition led by the American professor Hiram Bingham led to the rediscovery and reintroduction of Machu Picchu to the world. Archaeologists were able to identify the three main structures of Machu Picchu: the Temple of the Sun, Temple of The Three Windows, and the Intihuatana. Machu Picchu, which in Quechua means "old mountain," is surrounded by mysteries about its creation and usefulness. The Incas carved the stone known as Intihuatana to serve as a calendar or astronomical clock.

The area, which is recognized by UNESCO as part of the Cultural and Natural Heritage of Humanity, draws visitors from all over the world. Moreover, it is regarded as one of the seven wonders of the world. Due to the location's high level of popularity, the Peruvian government began to regulate the number of visitors and the duration of stays due to the high risk of deterioration.