The Inca refers to a pre-Columbian civilization that thrived in South America from the 13th to the 16th century. They established one of the largest empires ever seen in terms of land area and population.
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Machu Picchu: A famous ancient citadel located high in Peru's Andes Mountains, believed to be an estate for Inca Emperor Pachacuti.
Terrace Farming: A farming technique used by the Inca where stepped platforms are built into mountainsides to create flat areas for agriculture.
Quipu: An intricate system of knotted cords used by the Incas as a means of recording information.