The Inca Trail Finisher’s Medal
Written By Tracy Rodriguez
The Inca Trail
The Inca Trail is one of the most well-known hiking routes in Peru, South America. The walk takes four to five days, and it ends in the city of Machu Picchu. There are numerous attractions to learn about and see while traveling. Along with the orchids and wildlife, the surrounding green mountains offer stunning views that are worthy of being captured on camera. Additionally, travelers will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the ancient Inca ruins. The Qoriwayrachina ruins, the Llactapata ruins, and Dead Woman's Pass are just a few of the remnants that may be seen. Also of significance are the Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Inca Tunnel, Phuyupatamarca, Intipata, Wiñay Wayna, and the Inti Punku ruins.
The Inca Trail is one of the most well-known hiking routes in Peru, South America. The walk takes four to five days, and it ends in the city of Machu Picchu. There are numerous attractions to learn about and see while traveling. Along with the orchids and wildlife, the surrounding green mountains offer stunning views that are worthy of being captured on camera. Additionally, travelers will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the ancient Inca ruins. The Qoriwayrachina ruins, the Llactapata ruins, and Dead Woman's Pass are just a few of the remnants that may be seen. Also of significance are the Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Inca Tunnel, Phuyupatamarca, Intipata, Wiñay Wayna, and the Inti Punku ruins.
The Inca Trail Race
If you look at some of the races on our website, you can find one that follows the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The journey starts in Piscacucho and ends at Machu Picchu. Even though it’s called a “race,” you are free to go at your own pace and are even allowed to bring a companion with you. This one is distinctive because you will learn historical facts about each location as you pass it on your hike.
If you look at some of the races on our website, you can find one that follows the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The journey starts in Piscacucho and ends at Machu Picchu. Even though it’s called a “race,” you are free to go at your own pace and are even allowed to bring a companion with you. This one is distinctive because you will learn historical facts about each location as you pass it on your hike.
The Inca Trail Medal
The biggest benefit of completing the Inca Trail race to Machu Picchu is getting a medal for finishing the journey. This medal is one of our favorites because of the exquisite craftsmanship on both sides. We had to make sure the completion medal was perfect before publishing this race on our website. Last but not least, we also wanted the prize to be something that participants would be proud to receive and show their family and friends.
The biggest benefit of completing the Inca Trail race to Machu Picchu is getting a medal for finishing the journey. This medal is one of our favorites because of the exquisite craftsmanship on both sides. We had to make sure the completion medal was perfect before publishing this race on our website. Last but not least, we also wanted the prize to be something that participants would be proud to receive and show their family and friends.
Front of the Medal
The title of the medal, “The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu,” is written in bold gold characters on a red background. The honorable piece was designed this way because we wanted people observing the award to recognize the location where the race took place since the destination is the most memorable part of an experience. As a reminder of the Incas' art, there is a geometrical face above the title, surrounded by other symmetrical features on the sides and behind it. The Incas were very careful with their craft, and their art reflected how detailed they were in trying to reach perfection through their intricate and meticulous designs. A mountaintop view overlooking the famous Inca Trail, where race participants would have adventures, is depicted near the bottom of the medal. Finally, at the bottom center, we added our logo for the winners of this medal to share their experience with others and let them know that they could only have this kind of experience with us at Run on History.
The title of the medal, “The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu,” is written in bold gold characters on a red background. The honorable piece was designed this way because we wanted people observing the award to recognize the location where the race took place since the destination is the most memorable part of an experience. As a reminder of the Incas' art, there is a geometrical face above the title, surrounded by other symmetrical features on the sides and behind it. The Incas were very careful with their craft, and their art reflected how detailed they were in trying to reach perfection through their intricate and meticulous designs. A mountaintop view overlooking the famous Inca Trail, where race participants would have adventures, is depicted near the bottom of the medal. Finally, at the bottom center, we added our logo for the winners of this medal to share their experience with others and let them know that they could only have this kind of experience with us at Run on History.
Back of the Medal
The backside of the medal has the same title as the front, which serves as another reminder of where the race took place. A person will undoubtedly learn about Inca culture throughout their run, because it is such a significant part of their history. That is why we couldn’t forget to add the Inca art designs again. Last, you will see another view of the mountain, capturing the beautiful view of the Inca trail once again and the green landscape surrounding the ruins, which completes our beautiful design perfectly.
Earning the Inca Trail medal is a memory worth sharing. Not everyone in their life gets to say that they earned an award for their voyage up the Inca Trail. This is one of the several medals we've designed for each race as a result. However, as previously mentioned, this specific medal was specifically made because of how it resonated with the Incas. There is no doubt that when someone receives a medal, they will often forget their trip over time. In order to prevent this, each individual artistic element that creates the image on the medal will remind the hiker of what they encountered.
Are you now considering traveling to Peru to visit the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu? If so, read more about it in our other articles. We provide all the inside scoop on the Inca Trail, so you can be prepared in advance.
You can learn more than just the Inca Trail. From the Alamo Battle to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, we also educate our readers on other historical subjects. The best part is that for most of our historical content, you may sign up for a trip to go back in time, and you can be sure that the experience will be unique.
The backside of the medal has the same title as the front, which serves as another reminder of where the race took place. A person will undoubtedly learn about Inca culture throughout their run, because it is such a significant part of their history. That is why we couldn’t forget to add the Inca art designs again. Last, you will see another view of the mountain, capturing the beautiful view of the Inca trail once again and the green landscape surrounding the ruins, which completes our beautiful design perfectly.
Earning the Inca Trail medal is a memory worth sharing. Not everyone in their life gets to say that they earned an award for their voyage up the Inca Trail. This is one of the several medals we've designed for each race as a result. However, as previously mentioned, this specific medal was specifically made because of how it resonated with the Incas. There is no doubt that when someone receives a medal, they will often forget their trip over time. In order to prevent this, each individual artistic element that creates the image on the medal will remind the hiker of what they encountered.
Are you now considering traveling to Peru to visit the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu? If so, read more about it in our other articles. We provide all the inside scoop on the Inca Trail, so you can be prepared in advance.
You can learn more than just the Inca Trail. From the Alamo Battle to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, we also educate our readers on other historical subjects. The best part is that for most of our historical content, you may sign up for a trip to go back in time, and you can be sure that the experience will be unique.
If you’re interested, then click here to read all about it. When you’re finished, head over to the Explore Journeys tab on our website to join the race!
Additionally, given that children may travel the Inca Trail, we encourage you to visit our educational resources, download, and print some of our coloring pages for the Inca Trail. It would be a great way to prepare your kids for the quest and help them draw connections between what they see on the Inca Trail and the pictures on the coloring sheets.
Additionally, given that children may travel the Inca Trail, we encourage you to visit our educational resources, download, and print some of our coloring pages for the Inca Trail. It would be a great way to prepare your kids for the quest and help them draw connections between what they see on the Inca Trail and the pictures on the coloring sheets.