machu picchu site

Traces the author's recreation of Hiram Bingham III's discovery of the ancient citadel, Machu Picchu, in the Andes Mountains of Peru, describing his struggles with rudimentary survival tools and his experiences at the sides of local guides.

An illustrated examination of the Inca city of Machu Picchu in the Andes from an engineering perspective, discussing city planning, hydrology, hydraulic engineering, drainage infrastructure, agriculture, building foundations and stone walls, and construction methods. Includes cultural background on the Inca, and a walking tour.

Traces the author's recreation of Hiram Bingham III's discovery of the ancient citadel, Machu Picchu, in the Andes Mountains of Peru, describing his struggles with rudimentary survival tools and his experiences at the sides of local guides.