Sun Gate

Tourist attraction · Urubamba

Sun Gate

Tourist attraction · Urubamba

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RFJ8+39F, Peru, Urubamba, Peru

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Sun temple site on Inca Trail, breathtaking Machu Picchu views  

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+51 984 016 565
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Aug 22, 2025

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Johan Björefeldt

Google
Probably the only disappointing site along the Inca trail. It's much smaller and less grand than you might imagine, a few terraces and a stone structure, and as all hikers stop here in the morning on the way to Machu Picchu it becomes very cramped. You may or may not see Machu Picchu, depending on the weather.

Steve Fung

Google
Intipunku (Quechua for “sun gate”) is an Inca archaeological site located along the final section of the Inca Trail, approximately 1-1/4 miles (2 km) from Machu Picchu, serving as an important checkpoint and main entrance to the royal estate from Cusco. Located along a ridge southeast of Machu Picchu, the rising sun would pass through Intipunku during summer solstice when viewed from Machu Picchu. It is where travelers along the Inca Trail from Cusco get their first view of Machu Picchu in all its glory.

Priscilla Gomez

Google
If you've made it this far, you've had an amazing hike along the trail! Enjoy the views! Remember to be patient as cloud cover can hover, but when they clear, you have a beautiful view of the sanctuary. There are no bathrooms, please be mindful of your littering and watch your step. There will be both groups of hikers from the inka trail and those who are hiking up from mp so take a seat and be prepared for the crowds, the view is worth the wait! Happy trekking!

molly ingram

Google
Incredible. Tough hike, but WELL WORTH IT!

Paul H

Google
The best way to see Machu Picchu. Whether you do the one day or the four day Inca Trail hike, seeing the world wonder the first time should be earned if at all possible

Calum Taylor

Google
What a great place to visit. My brother has dreamt of coming here since he was a small skinny child. Sadly when we got here there was a strange whiff of what smelt of human plop. Luckily it didn't ruin the experience and we has a spiffing time. Hopefully on my next visit to a wonder there isn't a rough smell to deal with.

Freetimetravellers

Google
Of course, we wanted to hike Huayna Picchu – but since there were no tickets for the date we went there, we went to Inti Punku. To be honest, I don’t regret it – there were not many people and the view of Machu Picchu and Huyana Picchu was breathtaking.

Ajit Vyas

Google
About an hour's hike from Machu Picchu - well worth it if you have the time! Fantastic views of the citadel, especially around sunrise or sunset. Be aware that it closes around 4pm though, so if you cannot start hiking by 230-3, it may not be worthwhile.