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There are terraced fields on the east and west slopes in Machu Picchu. ↓ This is the west terraced fields.
The terraced fields on the west steep slope were built for preventing landslides and put offerings to God toward the sinking sun.
On the east sunny terraced fields the grain such as potatoes and corn were cultivated.
video (40 sec) Terraced fields seen from the urban area
Thatched houses at the back of terraced fields are the restored storage called as Colca.
Dried potatoes, quinua, dried meats of llama, farming implements, earthenwares had been kept in the Colca.
There is the Gaardhouse on the top of the east terraced fields.
The terraced fields have the height difference 400m. The temperature difference of the height was utilized for cultivating a variety of crops.
Terraced fields and urban area have been distinguished clearly by high walls and deep moats.
Walking toward the Colca through a pathway in terraced fields.
It's the view from behind the Colca. Terraced fields have spread to the back of them.
We have returned to the first scenery near the entrance of Machu Picchu Ruins. Soon exit
Entrance and exit of Machu Picchu Ruins
End of Andenes, terraced field. return to countries visited
