Explore the sacred lands of Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is a spectacular location for one to practice poses learned in Dahn Yoga classes. What could be a more majestic experience than to exercise in the midst of soaring Peruvian mountains? Visitors can reap the benefits of yoga by using their inner peace to truly appreciate their sacred surroundings.

Nestled between peaks in the Andes range, the pre-Colombian site is not only a supremely scenic place to find relaxation, but it also has a mysterious Incan background that has afforded Machu Picchu the title of "The Lost City of the Incas." Its archaeological intrigue has also lead to UNESCO World Heritage Site status and a nomination to be one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

"Fastidiously constructed stone temples, expansive vistas of imposing mountain silhouettes and the rushing Urubamba River below combine for a veritable cathedral to nature in this towering city," says Sherman's Travel.

There are also a number of small villages that one can visit in the Sacred Valley, including the beautiful Ollantaytambo, which is home to fascinating ancient ruins.

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