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intipata is a checkpoint where different agricultural products such as potatoes, corn, oca, quinoa and even the famous coca leaf were cultivated on the terraces.

View from intipata - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Its name comes from two Quechua words 'Inti' and 'Pata': the first one means 'Sun' while the second one means 'Place or terrace'. In other words, its name means 'Place of the sun' or 'Terrace of the sun'.

Because of its location on top of a mountain, it also served as a control and surveillance post. It is located between the archaeological sites of Wiñayhuayna and Intipunku, at 2,840 meters above sea level. It stands out for the immense set of agricultural terraces located on the mountainside.

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Jan 2025 - Family

Inca Trail experience

Our experience with our tour guide Percy, was amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the area as well as accommodating the needs of our family. The diversity of food and hospitality as well as the eagerness of the staff to help with the set up was very much appreciated...

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Jan 2025 - Couples

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We spend the last 4 days with Percy hiking the Inka Trail. He and the whole staff made it a once in a lifetime experience, that we never forget. Big recommendation <3.

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Jan 2025 - Solo