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The Sacred Valley
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Ragtag Andean villages, crumbling Inca military outposts and agricultural terraces used
since time immemorial are linked by the Río Urubamba as it curves and widens, coursing
through the Sacred Valley (
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. A strategic location between Cuzco and Machu
Picchu makes this picturesque destination an ideal base to explore the area's famed markets
and ruins. Accommodations range from inviting inns to top resorts, and adventure options
include horseback riding, rafting and treks that take you through remote weaving and agri-
cultural villages .
Mercado de Chinchero (
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