Machu Picchu is one of the renowned heritage destinations built by the Incas around 1450s AD. Considering its ecstatic establishments, this popular tourist spot in Peru was entitled as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1983. If you are planning Trek tours usa, Machu Picchu can be your ultimate holiday escape. The cloud-surrounded citadel of this hidden city can mesmerize you in many ways. Justifying the meaning of its name, Machu Picchu features some of the oldest mountains in the world. Want to explore more interesting facts about Machu Picchu? Keep reading! Though you can visit Machu Picchu all year round, the maximum number of people visiting this place is during July and August. However, being the peak season, this time is the most crowded season of the year. Besides, Sundays are the most crowded days of the week as residents of Cusco province are allowed free entry on this day of the week.  Though Machu Picchu remains crowded almost all year round these days, you can skip the crowd by avoiding the citadel during rush hours. Instead, you can head towards the Guard House, slightly above the main part of the site. Moreover, you can enjoy the soulful view from this point without facing the crowd.