Temple of the Three Windows

A stunning example of Incan masonry. These three large trapezoidal windows overlook the main plaza and offer a perfect view of the mountains. According to legend, the windows represent the three mythological caves from which the Inca ancestors emerged. Even if you are on Circuit 3 (The Royal Circuit), you can see this impressive structure standing tall in the Sacred Sector. The precision of the stonework here is elite—the blocks fit together so perfectly that it’s hard to believe they were carved centuries ago. It’s a powerful symbol of the Inca connection between their history, their architecture, and the natural landscape.

The Temple of Three Windows is part of the Sacred Plaza. Steps from it lead up to the Intihuatana, Quechua for "place to which the sun is tied", which is a multifaceted astronomical and ceremonial stone piece sculpted from in situ rock forming the natural peak of the pyramid-like hill and is the highest point in the urban area.

Beautiful temple structure. I saw obvious evidence of significant wood timbers and like to imagine how they might have been carved and decorated during different iterations of worship.

When visiting sites like Machu Picchu, be cautious of information provided by tour guides as these locations have been uninhabited for hundreds of years before the Spanish conquest of South America. Due to a lack of written documentation or hieroglyphics, guides' narratives might not always align with facts. As there are none.

Gorgeous spot and a great place to take photos

Pachamama bless you all, trekkers!

Well hopefully I get people thinking tres windows and near guld of mexico by mayans or olmec they had Tres big head statues...??? Were there originally 3 gods and they split up?? One becoming mayan one incan and one aztec??

One of the most ancient place in the world. It is a nice and wonderful historical place. There is enough security for everyone here. One can visit the place with friends and family.