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 ...

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 ...

Known as the "Machu Picchu of the North,” Kuélap is a massive pre-Inca fortified citadel built by the Chachapoyas people.

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 ...

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 ...

July 24th marks the 100th anniversary of Hiram Bingham’s rediscovery of Machu Picchu, which awoke the world to the beauty and mystery of the “Lost City of the Inca.” Celebrations around the world are ...

Caitlin O'Kane is a New York City journalist who works on the CBS News social media team as a senior manager of content and production. She writes about a variety of topics and produces "The Uplift," ...

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" ...