David Matusiak – American Traveler & Photographer – Images from the past 40 years
As hundreds of tourists walked and explored in many directions, there were several wild animals meandering about snacking on grass or lying down for a rest. I was about six feet from this big guy and he did not seem to mind (let alone notice) me at all. More intricate tiered stonework in the background.
Hiram Bingham was the adventurer who chose to lead the expedition to locate a lost city in the clouds. A while later and with the help of several local guides, he was able to discover the lost city of Machu Picchu with nature beginning to reclaim it. This pioneering effort led to efforts to preserve… Continue reading Homenaje a Hiram Bingham plaque
The steep banded architecture at this site is part of what helped it to survive over time. Hundreds of years ago, this was a vibrant agricultural community and summer retreat for royalty. Today it stands proudly as a long-term testament to human creativity and structural design. I was in awe of everything as I was… Continue reading Impressive Design of Machu Picchu