Machu Picchu, Peru

The 15th-century Inca citadel set against the dramatic Andean cloud forest backdrop produces some of travel photography's most awe-inspiring images. Despite visitor limits introduced in 2023 (2,500 per day, down from 5,000+), Machu Picchu generates 8 million Instagram posts annually. The Sun Gate and Huayna Picchu viewpoints produce the most recognizable compositions.