This is one of several pictures from Machu Picchu. One picture is not enough to sum up the entire experience and feeling of MP.
This picture captures the beauty of the terracing that is a trademark of Machu Picchu. These terraces are on the lesser known side away from the entrance. Each terrace is accessed by stairs, and there is no wasted space.

Lovely picture, but what was the purpose of each terraced landing??? Not big enough for a home or a field……