THE RISE AND FALL OF THE INCA EMPIRE: SECRETS OF THE ANDES CIVILIZATION
The Inca Empire, once the largest in pre-Columbian America, dominated the Andes with its advanced engineering, agriculture, and governance. Emerging in the early 13th century, the Incas built Machu Picchu, an architectural marvel, and a vast road network spanning 25,000 miles. Their society thrived without a written language, using quipus (knotted strings) for record-keeping. However, their downfall came swiftly with the arrival of Spanish conquistadors in 1532. Led by Francisco Pizarro, the Spanish exploited internal conflicts, captured Emperor Atahualpa, and dismantled the empire. Despite their collapse, Inca descendants preserve traditions in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. Discover how this mighty civilization rose to power, its cultural achievements, and the tragic end that reshaped South America forever.
THE RISE AND FALL OF THE INCA EMPIRE: SECRETS OF THE ANDES CIVILIZATION
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