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AGUAS CALIENTES
TOWN
At a distance of 800m East of the town of Aguas Calientes, there are
underground hot sulfur springs which bubble up from the rocky ground
at varying temperatures. The especially-built pools at this resort
are the basis of its use as hot mineral baths. The average
temperature of the water runs from 38ºc to 46ºc. There are also
changing rooms, bathrooms and a small snack bar.
RAIL TRANSPORT
Tourist Train, It only operates in the high season, leaving Cusco in
the morning, stopping at the most important stations (Ollantaytambo,
Km.88 or Ooriwayrachina) until it arrives at the station of Puente
Ruinas. The trip takes four hours and returns in the evening.
Autovagon, This tourist service leaves Cusco in the morning and
takes three hours. The trip from The Sacred Valley of the Incas
(Urubamba to Ollantaytambo) takes 1,1/2 hours. It returns in the
evening. It is recommended to check all timetables in train stations
and travel agencies, as they are modified according to the season.
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