Another area of the site that has now been classed as a "temple" even there are no written records of what the Incas actually used it for. What's rare about is that a) the windows are large b) they are framed by very large lintels...More

This is in the center of the Machu Picchu ruins, so it is in an area where most people go. The shape of the stones is very interesting, as their placement to the path of the sunlight.

Incas were very clever and thanks to their architecture, the temples / constructions are still there!! The visit is part of Machu Picchu. You'll find similar windows in Cusco in Qorikancha

This is part of the entire Machu Picchu experience. Make sure you take a guided tour to get the most out of this incredible tour.

The temple is one of the highlights of Machu Picchu as the three windows are, among other things, fine genuine examples of Inka architecture. The Inkas worshipped all of nature and the center window is their homage to the Sun. A guide told us that...More

This temple is part of the main complex at MP. The construction of the temples shows how superb the In a engineering was. This temple will be part of your guided tour of the site.

If you're visiting MP, you'll certainly come across this part of the site. Be sure to hire a guide to explain everything to you.