Aguas Caliente is the village from which travelers continue on to Machu Picchu. The people are friendly, and most of them are involved in the making of goods for the tourist industry.
It was in this town that the battery belt for our television camera broke. It didn't take long for a local to find the right person to help us. Although we were at first alarmed at the technique used to do the necessary soldering job, the repair was a complete success. The villager was only too happy to be gracious to us!
Like in many other struggling countries, the children here appreciate gifts of candy, pens, or money, and will reward you with their curious antics!
Check out the hot springs mineral bath, said to have curative powers.
