“Apu” was the name with which the wise Inca civilization called the mountains which were considered to have mystical powers. Although most of these majestic mountains were covered with snow, there was one that stood out for its colorfulness: the Vinicunca mountain, also known as “the rainbow mountain” in Peru
Machu Picchu is an Inkan city surrounded by temples, terraces and water channels, built on a mountaintop. It was built with huge blocks of stone joined to each other without any mortar. Today it has been designated cultural heritage of humanity in recognition of its political, religious and administrative importance during the age of the Inkas.
It forms part of the network of Inka trails (Qhapaq Ñan). This is one of the most famous trekking routes in South America. On the trek, hikers can see numerous ravines and waterways flowing from glaciers.