Ancient Incan History

The Inca Empire, flourishing in the 15th and early 16th centuries in South America, was the largest civilization in pre-Columbian America. Centered in modern-day Peru, the Incas developed advanced agricultural techniques, constructed extensive road networks, and built impressive stone architecture, like Machu Picchu. They had a unique system of governance and a complex social structure, with a strong emphasis on community and reciprocity. The empire fell to Spanish conquistadors led by Francisco Pizarro in 1533, marking the end of a sophisticated culture that had significant influence on agriculture, engineering, and trade in the Andes region.