Costa Rica June
Discovered in 1960 alone, the Inca Trail is part of 23,000 km of roads built by the Incas in South America. It crosses a remarkable range natural resources and ecosystems, landscapes, lush tropical jungles to the bear, closed the rocks of the Andes. It is undoubtedly popular Peru and road Walking, ultimately, probably the most beautiful walk in South America.
The paved road takes three to four days of hard work, and can be started in Chillca (76 km from Cusco to Machu Picchu rail) or, more frequently, Qorihuayrachina, Kilometer 88 ramp.
The first day is relatively easy, and includes the journey along the Inca ruins of Cusichaca, Q'ente, and Pulpituyoc Llaqtapata, a site used for agricultural production well preserved. The second day is the most difficult of all, especially since the climb becomes steeper. The path of the original stone Inca continues to rise to above, ending just below the reality Warmiwañuska or Dead Woman's pass, at 4,200 m.
Crossing the stage is open three days, after camping in the valley Pacaymayo. From there it is downhill. The road descends into the valley and heads towards the Site Runkuraqay restored, a small stand of the clock of the Inca, then Sayaqmarka, atop a cliff, where you can see the beginnings of the vast Amazon forest, which extends to Brazil. The last day is an easier, especially downward and passes through lush jungles and forests cloud before reaching Machu Picchu, the most important tourist site in Peru, through Inti Punku and Puerta del Sol
Before going on the road, must spend at least 48 hours to acclimatise in Cusco, as he has difficult roads, including several hours on the 3,500 m. In Otherwise, acute mountain sickness (altitude sickness) could make your first days uncomfortable.
During the peak season between June and August, so please book in advance at least three months, the number of documents issued travel is limited to 500 per day (Including guides and porters).
Other trails: The Royal or Sacred Way
Just before reaching Aguas Calientes km. 104 of the railroad, the path takes the direction Phuyupatamarca, climbing over the terraces and stone staircases. After two hours of walking we arrive at Ruins recently discovered, beautifully Wiñaywayna.
Situated on a steep mountainside, overlooking the Urubamba River, is Wiñaywayna a good example of Inca architecture terrace. The name means "forever young" in Quechua, but experts still disagree on the meaning: some consider that the concerns Color of orchids that populate the area, while others say the name refers to rituals and ceremonies of the Incas in the complex.
The path converges Inca Trail to reach Machu Picchu by the Puerta del Sol, Inti punko. The journey takes approximately six hours, and can be an alternative to the Inca Trail, so are considered difficult. A permit is required for this route.
Road cleaning
Part of the system Inca Trail, this route has been discovered recently by archaeologists. It starts at km. 107 of the track (3 km upstream of Aguas Calientes), near hydro bill.
After crossing the suspension bridge, it follows the ravine Choquesuisui and rises to meet the Inca Trail, close Wiñaywayna. The name, purification Trail refers to the lower pools formed by the stream that borders the road.
Walk Putucusi
This dangerous and demanding, three hours walk (round trip) involves a great reward: spectacular views of the landscape of Machu Picchu. Putucusi ("happy mountain" in Quechua) is a mountain round which reaches 2600m at its peak, and is located in the valley of the Inca citadel.
This is a walk demanding (only during the dry season from March to November), which involves the steep stairs and slippery beat. Some stairs, stacked on the wall, upgrade about 20 meters with an inclination of 90 degrees.
Recommended for people with good fitness only.
Resident in Cusco since 1997, Charlotte De Patre runs a café and spends much of her time reading, writing, and hiking in the mountains and cloud forests of Southern Peru. Charlotte is editor of the Cusco and Machu Picchu sections of The Peru Guide.
I am traveling to Costa Rica and neighboring countries in June …?
How do I know and do? I am a photographer, and will be my Canon 35 mm and a Fujifilm S5100 … I heard things about how to cover the brand names, etc., with a black ribbon. Why? Will bring my camera is a risk-taking me by the officials (and not just thieves, pickpockets, but the current law) and I bought my tickets. We have to start June for 10 days.
Never heard of him, went to Costa Rica twice, and had no problem with any camera, or a movie … (Now I digital). Some countries want to enter the equipment you bring, because she believes it can sell …. how Africa more than one problem here that CR, but even then, only a pleasure showed them my stuff, smiling stupidly, and left me in and out. Features …. certainly not miss the rain forest Monte green, and the hope of Quatzel Respendant photography …. a beautiful bird. If nothing else, I hope at least get to see him. Enjoy … people are beautiful … but as elsewhere, I always see your business.
Haiti vs Costa Rica – June 9
Tags: No Comments
0 responses so far ↓
There are no comments yet...Kick things off by filling out the form below.