In a cave on Huayna Picchu mountain lies the so-called “Temple of the Moon”. Huayna Picchu is part of the Machu Picchu sanctuary and rises in front of the citadel, on the other side of the valley.
No one knows for sure why it was built, but it is believed to have been a place of worship or funeral rites. Some of its walls are finely carved into the rock. Although it is known as the Temple of the Moon, many scholars say it has nothing to do with the moon. For that reason, and because no one knows whether this was its original name, some simply call it “the Great Cave”.
If you want to see the Temple of the Moon, you can climb to the top of Huayna Picchu, where it can be seen. Contact us and we will help you book your tickets for Huayna Picchu or other attractions in the area.
