Bingham, Hiram
Lost City of the Incas (Phoenix Press)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781842125854
- author:
- Bingham, Hiram
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W&N
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 132 mm X 195 mm
- Genre:
- American history: pre-Columbian period, BCE to c 1500
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the remarkable story of the lost city of Machu Picchu, a site of breathtaking beauty and historical significance.
In 1911, Hiram Bingham, a pre-historian with a passion for exploration, embarked on a journey to Peru in search of the legendary city of Vilcabamba. Instead, he stumbled upon the perfectly preserved ruins of Machu Picchu, perched on a cloud-capped ledge 2000 feet above the Urubamba River. The buildings, crafted from white granite, featured intricately carved blocks that seemed to defy gravity.
Bingham's discovery was a remarkable one, and he recounts his incredible find in his book, Lost City of the Incas. This account offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the Inca civilization, and is a testament to the enduring power of exploration and discovery.
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