Why is Machu Picchu called the hidden city?
Why is Machu Picchu called the hidden city? Likely abandoned in the sixteenth century and invaded by the Andean forest throughout the proceeding years, Machu Picchu remained hidden to the world for centuries. The Spanish conquistadors never found it and the Incas who knew the location never revealed its existence and was forgotten.
What is the biggest threat to Machu Picchu?
Threats to the Sanctuary Machu Picchu faces a variety of threats: excessive tourism, which is especially hard on the fragile site; the generation of solid waste; unsustainable agriculture practices; overgrazing and forest fires; aggravating erosion; landslides; mineral extraction; and the introduction of exotic plants.
Why was Machu Picchu built so high up?
Besides allowing the Inca to more easily find and fit stones together without mortar, the faults provided other advantages. The fault lines running through the site probably directed melting snow and rainwater to the high-altitude outpost providing water.
What are 3 interesting facts about Machu Picchu?
- The name of this ancient city is not Machu Picchu, and it was never really lost.
- Machu Picchu is incredibly well-preserved and 75% original. ...
- Machu Picchu is situated in deep in the jungle. ...
- Much of the construction was done without the use of mortar.