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these ceramic pieces reflect the imperial style associated with #cuzco characterized by strong geometric patterns and abstract animal form this style was widely copied throughout the #incaempire

Helen Pugh Mar 3

ATTENTION: New podcast episode!

Transcript:
Contarhuacho was a curaca, a local leader, also called a cacique. She was of great importance and was a secondary wife of the Inca emperor Huayna Capac. No information about her mother is known, but her father, Pomapacha, was the curaca of Hanan Huaylas.

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Contarhuacho also features in my book Intrepid Dudettes of the Inca Empire.

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Anthropology.net Feb 23

CT scans of four Inca children sacrificed ~500 years ago on Andean volcanoes reveal blunt force trauma, possible disease, and a body partially rebuilt with textiles after burial. The ritual didn’t end at death. #Archaeology #Bioarchaeology #IncaEmpire https://www.anthropology.net/p/ct-scans-of-inca-child-sacrifices

CT Scans of Inca Child Sacrifices Reveal New Details About Capacocha Rituals

What happened to four children on Andean peaks 500 years ago, and what their frozen bodies are still telling us

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fiona and marc Jan 9

It's time to share my visit to the magical place 'Machu Picchu' 🤍

Early in the morning, around 5:30 am, I boarded the bus that brought me (and all the other tourists) up the mountain to the entrance of Machu Picchu. I was so happy that the rain had stopped by the time we arrived. At 6 o'clock, the gate opened and I could enter the sacred place with the first group of visitors. The thick white clouds and fog were still hanging very low and covered the 'lost city of the Incas' entirely. After a while, the clouds and fog revealed the famous view. It was a truly magical moment! 🥰

I can't tell you a lot about the three hour visit. I can not really put it in words. I was just incredibly in awe and so so grateful to be there 💖

Here some facts:
The site was built in the 15th century, during the height of the Inca Empire, and is believed to have been constructed as a royal estate or religious retreat for the Inca emperor Pachacuti.
Machu Picchu was largely forgotten by the outside world until it was rediscovered in 1911 by the American historian and explorer Hiram Bingham, who brought the site to international attention. In 1983, Machu Picchu was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The site holds great spiritual and cultural significance for the Quechua people.

#traveling #worldtravel #peru #machupicchu #incaempire #sacredsite #unesco #unescoworldheritage #spiritual #llama #photography #travelphotography #naturephotography

JoelPalacios Nov 12

Cusco the heart of the Andes
Once the capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco is a living museum where history and culture blend seamlessly. Wander through its cobbled streets, admire the fusion of Inca and colonial architecture, and feel the vibrant energy that makes it the gateway to Machu Picchu.
Source:https://perutopexperience.com/tours/6-days-in-peru-maras-moray-sacred-valley-and-machu-picchu/

#Cusco #PeruTravel #IncaEmpire #TravelPeru #Andes

Archaeology News

Sep 6, 2025

Human hair khipus reveal Inca record-keeping was used by both elites and commoners

A recently studied 500-year-old Inca khipu (Quipu) has overturned assumptions about who created these intricate thread-based documents. The study, published in Science Advances, suggests that khipus—formerly thought to be the domain of high-level imperial officials—were also made by non-elite members of society...

More info: https://archaeologymag.com/2025/08/human-hair-khipus-used-by-elites-and-commoners/

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#archaeology #khipu #Quipu #incaempire

Lucim Aug 19, 2025

Cusco: Heart of the Inca Empire:

Cusco is a city where history and modernity coexist harmoniously. Its cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and nearby ruins tell the story of an ancient civilization that once ruled the Andes. Walking through its plazas feels like stepping into a living museum.

Source:https://perutopexperience.com/tours/7-day-peru-tour-lima-cusco-and-machu-picchu/
#Cusco #PeruTravel #IncaEmpire #AndeanCulture #HistoricPeru #TravelSouthAmerica

Lislili Aug 4, 2025

Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu isn’t just a destination it’s an emotion. Walking through the citadel, I could feel the pulse of history under my feet. The stonework, the llamas, the misty mountains... nothing compares to standing in that sacred place, completely humbled.
Source:https://orangenationperu.com/short-inca-trail/
#MachuPicchu #WorldWonder #IncaEmpire #PeruAdventure #BucketList

Lucim Jul 24, 2025

CUSCO
Cusco is a living museum, blending Inca heritage with Spanish colonial charm. Every stone street tells a story, from Qoricancha to the vibrant San Pedro Market.
Source: https://perutopexperience.com/tours/10-days-peru-machu-picchu-and-titicaca-lake/
#Cusco #IncaEmpire #CulturalCapital #AndesExperience

Lislili Jun 4, 2025

Discover the heart of the Inca Empire with Orange Nation Peru. Our family owned company offers customized treks and tours, taking you off the beaten path to experience Peru's untouched wilderness and ancient sites.
Source: https://orangenationperu.com/
#OffTheBeatenPath #IncaEmpire #PeruExploration #AuthenticTravel