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#446 – Ed Barnhart: Maya, Aztec, Inca, and Lost Civilizations of South America
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Exploring the Inca Empire: History, Culture, and Construction
This chapter traces the history of Cusco as the heart of the Incan Empire, detailing its advanced infrastructure and unique societal practices. It contrasts the Inca with the Aztecs while discussing their sophisticated record-keeping methods and burial traditions, reflecting cultural attitudes towards death. The chapter also highlights the engineering accomplishments of the Inca, challenging conventional beliefs about their construction techniques and exploring the motivations behind monumental projects.
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