The Peruvian government has initiated a controversial proposal to construct a new road to the famed “lost city” of the Incas, Machu Picchu. Opponents of the idea fear it would destroy the character of the site by making access too easy. The proposed ...

Located on the eastern slopes of the Andes Mountains, nearly 8,000 feet above sea level, Machu Picchu is Peru's most famous archeological treasure. Hidden by Western civilization for hundreds of years until its discovery by American archeologist Hiram ...

On Tuesday, December 30, two trains collided head-on on a single-track route leading to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu in Peru. One train driver was killed and at least 36–40 people were injured.

BOCA RATON, Fla. (CBS12) — The Boca Raton Museum of Art is hosting the world premiere of Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru. The exhibit features nearly 200 artifacts, which includes one of the most impressive collections of gold to ever tour ...

Note: Some of the below destinations may be affected by the civil unrest in Peru. Check with the U.S. Department of State before traveling. It's hard to believe this iconic "lost city of the Incas" was untouched during the Spanish conquest. The Incas ...

Each year, about 1.5 million people visit Machu Picchu, the ancient Peruvian citadel full of impressive architecture and jaw-dropping views. But getting to Machu Picchu requires lots of pre-trip planning, as logistics can be tricky with numerous ticketing ...