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    The Machu Picchu citadel was built for the Inca aristocracy. Machu means ancient and Picchu means mountain so it translates to Ancient mountain. The Inca built it 2,430 meters above sea level. It sits in the middle of a rainforest in a very beautiful area. The architecture is very impressive even after centuries. The arches where doorways where it took a lot of ingenuity to build without modern technology. Machu Picchu is right in the center of where the Peruvian andes and the Amazon Basin.…

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    The City of Machu Picchu is magical and mysterious, but at the same time, it’s very well known. The mighty mountains and steep terraces draw people in. It served as an estate for the first Incan emperor, where he held parties, religious ceremonies, and much more. The city holds so much information that’s just waiting to be discovered. Machu Picchu is not just a city, but it is a miracle of architecture and ingenuity. Machu Picchu is an ancient city in Peru that dates as far back as the…

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    Machu Picchu, one of the world’s most beautiful archeological wonders, is home to breathtaking views and significant historical value. These remains of the ancient Inca Empire are a must-see and a trip to Machu Picchu is enjoyable for people of all ages. The discovery of Machu Picchu, the history of Machu Picchu, and the tourism and protection of Machu Picchu are all important factors to consider when visiting this jaw-dropping spectacle. Machu Picchu was discovered in 1911 by American…

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    Art Analysis: You Go Girl

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    shades of color and style. Machu Picchu, Midsummer Moonlight, Moonlight and At Aswan on the Nile are all visuals of landscapes. These landscapes reveal the artist’s feelings about certain events that were important in their lives. Machu Picchu and Midsummer Moonlight uses darker shades with blue tones and the pictures depict a scene of sadness and suggest mystery. Each artist portrayed a landscape but used different types to express their meaning. Machu Picchu is a painting of the mountains…

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    indivduals are part of. It just goes to show that some countries ill adopt the punishments and implement them not caring on what other new punishments have been made but only inflicting pain on those that have done wrong. i!;iirams discovery of M.achu Picchu contributed to our understanding of archaeology. He did this by emphasising the importance of Machu icchu and how much of a shock its discovery it was to the world and gave the general population a better understanding on just how ancient…

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    Machu Picchu Essay

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    Machu Picchu Machu Picchu is an ancient lncan citadel that resides in the Andes Mountains in Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. The ancient city was built in the age of the Incan Empire in the 15th Century. Since then it has been abandoned until modern times. Formations spread across the ancient city play a peculiar role on astronomical alignment whiett it\s former use remains unknown. Machu +- Picchu is also translated to "Old Peak" or "Old Hill" which can give some insight it\ s…

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    Machu Picchu is beautiful city to visit. The views are outstanding from the mountain tops and the peaks of Machu Picchu are amazing. Machu Picchu is located in the eastern part of Peru. There is so much to learn and see at Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu is an historic sanctuary, too. The Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is among the greatest artistic, architectural and land use achievements anywhere and the most significant tangible legacy of the Inca civilization. In conclusion, Machu Picchu is…

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    is the Amazon Rain forest. Toucans, parrots, and a Giant Galapagos Tortoise all live in the forest. In South America, Peru is found. Peru has an ancient feature named Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu is built on the Andes mountain in Peru. Inca leaders take Machu Picchu as a royal estate. People long ago, who lived in Machu Picchu, built walls with stone so tight together, nothing could fit through. There is also Lima, the largest city in Peru. Finally, there is the Amazon River, the second largest…

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    Have you ever heard of Machu Picchu? Well now is the time to get educated on the wondrous site located in the Andes Mountains. Laying at an impressive 2,430 meters above the Urubamba River, this site was discovered by an American explorer, Hiram Bingham, found it in 1911 after many months spent searching for this ancient Incan wonder. Machu Picchu holds great significance as a travel destination due to its marvelous architecture, rich history, and cultural significance. Dating back thousands…

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    I.Room 3 - The Golden Incas A.Culture 1.Artifact 1: a.Family-Weaving (Bridgeman Art Library, 1) b.In Incan families, you were forbidden to marry to close relatives. When getting married, you exchange sandals with your spouse. The emperor could have as many wives and children as possible. (Infobase Learning - Login, 1) The boys looked after the animals and helped in the fields. At the same time, girls took care of the children, fetched water, cooked, made clothing, and learned to weave.…

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