To this day scientists, engineers and laymen are amazed at how the Inca ruins, of Machu Picchu, have survived every climate form and its aftermath. Following the nature induced landslides and flooding in Peru, causing damage all over – it is a wonder how the 500+ year old ruins remained to stand strong and undamaged.

Professionals marvel at how the ancient Inca people developed such fantastic constructions with drainage systems that are adaptable to all kinds of weather. The Inca ruin drainage systems can absorb up to 2,000mm of rainfall a year, as well as being able to manage any wet earth that may come with it. The ruins are a magnificent example of the genius and deeply technical communities that used to exist on our earth. 

Similar to the amazing construction of the Pyramids in Egypt, or even the English Stonehenge in Wiltshire; it is astounding to think how the Incas constructed such weather-proof creations without the modern day advantages of technology. It is reasonable to question whether ancient construction techniques are more untouchable rather than our modern day processes? The amazing Inca ruins, Machu Picchu have remained its original magnificence and historical genius, come rain or shine. Certainly a site worth visiting!

Due to the recent flooding and landslides Machu Picchu is currently closed to the public, but is due to reopen on 1st April 2010.

About Jade Jackson

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Jade is a new member of the marketing team and will be at Bales Worldwide for a year, as part of her Public Relations degree. Her favourite places she has travelled to are Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, as she has a fondness for the middle Eastern culture. Although, there are plenty more places in the world that she would love to visit like Thailand!