The Inca launched guerrilla attacks from hidden fortresses for years, but after quelling the last of the rebellion in 1572, conquistadors failed to find Machu Picchu, which was abandoned by the ...

An ancient anonymous text explains: "It is a very deep cave made by the Inca kings, which crosses the whole city and has its entrance at the fortress of Sacsayhuamán, and descends from the high ...

Discover the Sacred Valley, hike to Ollantaytambo’s Inca fortress, and marvel at the Moray terraces and Maras salt pans. Trek the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, witnessing breathtaking views from ...

According to the Association of Archaeologists of Peru, the “chincana” - meaning labyrinth in Quechua- connect the city’s Temple of the Sun to the ancient Sacsayhuaman fortress ...

Learn possible explanations of ancient engineering marvels through modern-day attempts to recreate aspects of Stonehenge, a Roman Colosseum, an Inca fortress, and Egyptian obelisks. Find out about ...