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Manco Capac Square is the main square of Machupicchu, Peru. The square is located in front of the Temple of the Sun and is surrounded by other important Inca buildings. The square was named after the legendary Inca ruler, Manco Capac, who is said to have founded the city of Machupicchu.

The Mariposario of Machu Picchu is a visitor center located in the town of Aguas Calientes, Peru. The center is dedicated to the conservation of butterflies and other insects. The Mariposario of Machu Picchu is home to over 1,200 butterflies from 50 different species. The butterflies are free to fly around the gardens and visitors can get up close to them. The center also has a museum with exhibits on the ecology and evolution of butterflies.

The Mariposario of Machu Picchu is open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Admission is 10 soles for adults and 5 soles for children.

The Temple of the Moon is one of the most significant structures at the Machu Picchu archaeological site in Peru. The temple is believed to have been used for astronomical purposes, and it is thought to be aligned with the movements of the moon. The Temple of the Moon is located in the southeast sector of the site, and it consists of a series of terraces that lead up to the temple itself. The temple is made up of a series of chambers, and each chamber has a different function. The first chamber is thought to be where priests would have performed ceremonies related to the moon, and the second chamber is thought to be where offerings would have been made to the moon god. The third chamber is thought to be a place where astronomical observations would have been made. The Temple of the Moon is an important structure at Machu Picchu, and it provides insight into the religious beliefs and practices of the people who lived there.