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Temple of the Sun


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 12 attractions in Machu Picchu
Traveller Description:
Built in the form of a circular tower on a massive slab of granite, this sacred edifice contains the famous Intiwatana, or sun dial, which the Incas...... more » Built in the form of a circular tower on a massive slab of granite, this sacred edifice contains the famous Intiwatana, or sun dial, which the Incas used to "tie down" the sun at the winter solstice each year. « less
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Attraction type: Ancient ruins, Historic site
Address: Machu Picchu
Peru

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13 Apr 2007
2
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He ido tres veces en mi vida a Machu Picchu , y las tres veces senti la misma fabulosa impresion... more

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Machu Picchu, Peru