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Machu Picchu is an ancient Incan citadel located in the Andes Mountains of Peru. It was discovered in 1911 by Hiram Bingham. The site was hidden and well-preserved due to its remote location and being overgrown by the surrounding jungle, contributing to its late discovery.

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