Royal Tomb

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The triangular opening of the Royal Tomb located below the Temple of the Sun in Machu Picchu, Peru.

Below the Temple of the Sun, this almost hidden, natural rock cave was carefully carved by Inca stonemasons. Its use is highly debated; though known as the Royal Tomb, no mummies were actually ever found here.

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