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Constructed as a royal estate for an Incan emperor in the early 1400s, Huchuy Qosqo is a stunning archaeological ruin that showcases the Incan's ingenuity and engineering skills. The name translates into English as "Little Cusco", and the site makes a wonderful alternative for visitors who want to avoid the lines and the crowds at Machu Picchu. The typical one-day hike to get here begins in the town of Lamay and follows a 7.5-mile portion of the original Inca Trail, and although most visitors choose to take a guide, it's possible for experienced hikers to do the route on their own. Map
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