___ Picchu NYT Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Last Update: AUG 21, 2026 Follow on Google

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Q1.

What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "___ Picchu"?

The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "___ Picchu" is MACHU.

Q2.

Why is "MACHU" the answer to the clue "___ Picchu"?

The clue is looking for the word that completes the phrase '___ Picchu,' which is a famous archaeological site in Peru. 'Machu Picchu' is a well-known Incan city located in the Andes Mountains, and the only word that fits in the blank is 'Machu.'

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "___ Picchu" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on August 21, 2026.

Q4.

What does the word "MACHU" mean in this context?

Machu is the first part of the name for the ancient Incan city, Machu Picchu, in Peru.

5-letter answer to ___ Picchu in NYT Mini Crossword August 21 2026 is MACHU.

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