Machu Picchu Reopens to Visitors
After a seven-month closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Machu Picchu reopened to visitors on October 15, 2020.
The reopening of Machu Picchu is a major boost to Peru's tourism industry, which has been hit hard by the pandemic. In the past month, over 1 million visitors have visited Machu Picchu, generating much-needed revenue for the local economy.
The reopening of Machu Picchu is a sign that the tourism industry is slowly starting to recover from the pandemic. However, the Inca Trail, the most popular hiking trail to Machu Picchu, remains closed. The Inca Trail is expected to reopen in November 2020.
Visitors to Machu Picchu are required to wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines. The number of visitors allowed to enter Machu Picchu each day is also limited to 2,000.
The reopening of Machu Picchu is a positive sign for the tourism industry in Peru. However, it is important to remember that the pandemic is not over and visitors should take precautions to protect themselves and others.
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