Category: Inca

This Ancient Incan Citadel Stood Impregnable in an Earthquake Hotspot Since 15th Century—Here’s How

January 21, 2023
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The ancient citadel of Machu Picchu in the southern Peruvian Andes is not only world-renowned for being the most impressive legacy of the Inca people; it’s also a feat of architectural ingenuity that survived a massive earthquake in the mid-15th century and stands towering to this day. Machu Picchu, meaning “old mountain” in the Quechua…

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Pachacamac: The Lourdes of the Pre-Columbian Era | Arkeo Ep10 | Documentary

January 18, 2023
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In Peru, an Inca city buried under the desert sands has intrigued archaeologists for almost a hundred years. This ancient city is known as “Pachacamac.” Archaeologist Peter Eeckhout has finally discovered the reason for this strange desertion. …

The Inca Trail | Mythical Roads

July 10, 2021
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The Inca Trail begins in Lima, the capital and largest city of Peru, and continues into the Amazonian jungle. Peru is packed with amazing cities to discover: Oroya, Ayacucho, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Alti Plano, and Shintuya, among others. They are sustaining the legends thanks to their history, their landscapes, and their culture. About Mythical Roads:…

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