Machu Picchu (Peru) - Facts for Kids

Machu Picchu in Peru, an ancient Inca citadel high in the Andes Mountains.

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Facts About Machu Picchu (Peru) For Kids

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Machu Picchu sits high in the Andes Mountains of Peru, at an amazing height of 7,970 feet (2,430 meters) — that’s like stacking 1,330 six-foot-tall friends on top of each other!

Machu Picchu was built by the Inca people around 1450 AD, which means these incredible stone buildings have been standing for over 570 years!

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