finally visiting machu picchu: was it worth the hype?

Ever since I was a kid, I dreamed about seeing Machu Picchu. You know, those mysterious ruins up in the clouds? After years of saving and planning, I finally made it! But let me tell you, the journey was not exactly what I pictured. We woke up at 4 a.m., squeezed into a packed train with barely any legroom, and then hiked up endless stone steps. By the time we reached the top, I was sweaty, out of breath, and honestly, a little cranky. But when I finally saw the view—those ancient stones surrounded by misty mountains—it really did feel magical. Still, I couldn’t help but wonder: is all this effort and expense really worth it? The crowds were huge, and I felt like I spent more time dodging selfie sticks than soaking in the history. Maybe I’m just getting old, but I miss the days when travel felt more personal and less like a race for the perfect photo. Anyone else feel this way about famous places? #MachuPicchu #TravelDreams #BucketList #Travel