The Sun Gate or Inti Punku, was once the original entrance to Machu Picchu.
If you do the three or four day hike on the Inca trail up to Machu Picchu it is the first view you will see of the citadel.
On the other hand if you are already on site of Machu Picchu you can take the Inka trail up to the Sun Gate. The hike up takes about an hour or so. The climb is moderately steep so take it slow. The vistas are beautiful with short spots in the shade of jungle.
From the top of the mountain the site of Machu Picchu is very far away. Binoculars are useful here.
Look. A Llama hood print. Could there be a llama ahead?
Look! A llama!
We made it!! The famous Sun Gate through which many an adventurer have glimpsed their first glorious view of Machu Picchu.
Bee in my Bonnet 
Quite a hike. The beautiful scenery must help to push you further on.
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The scenery but the goal to see Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate. Have to do the Sun Gate.
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