Inca civilization

The Inca civilization was a powerful and sophisticated society that thrived in South America from the 15th to the early 16th century. Centered in present-day Peru, they built an extensive empire known for impressive stone architecture, advanced agriculture such as terracing, and an effective road system connecting their vast territory. The Incas practiced a complex religion and maintained a centralized government led by the emperor, known as the Sapa Inca. Their society was highly organized, with a focus on labor, community, and tribute. The civilization was largely conquered by the Spanish in the 1530s, but their cultural and architectural legacies remain significant today.