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  • 5/25/2025
Who Really Built Machu Picchu? Ancient Secrets Revealed !
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00:00Nestled high in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Machu Picchu stands as a testament to the
00:05ingenuity of the Inca civilization.
00:08Built in the 15th century under the reign of Emperor Pachacuti, this iconic site served
00:14as a royal estate and religious retreat.
00:17The Incas, known for their advanced agricultural techniques and architectural prowess, constructed
00:24Machu Picchu using ashlar masonry, fitting stones together without mortar.
00:30Allowing the structures to endure earthquakes.
00:33They also developed extensive terraces to prevent erosion and create arable land, alongside
00:40an intricate water management system to provide fresh water.
00:44The purpose of Machu Picchu remains debated, but it likely served as a luxurious retreat,
00:50a religious center, and a site for agricultural experimentation.
00:54Rediscovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911, it has since become a symbol of Inca heritage and
01:02a major tourist attraction.
01:04Despite threats from tourism and environmental factors, efforts continue to preserve this
01:10UNESCO World Heritage Site, ensuring it remains a captivating window into the past.
01:16The Yggああ posted in the evening with many protests, instead of acting in a Birmingham
01:17World Heritage Site, continuing to remain a
01:40underground practice.

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