Machu Picchu is the name of the famous ancient site in Peru where the Incan civilization thrived. Nestled high in the Andes Mountains, it is renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone construction and terraced fields. The site served as an important religious and political center during the Inca Empire and was rediscovered by American historian Hiram Bingham in 1911. Today, Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts millions of tourists each year, highlighting the ingenuity and architectural prowess of the Inca civilization.