Exploring the Marvels of Machu Picchu

The video explores Machu Picchu's location in Peru, highlighting its construction without modern tools. It discusses the Incan technique of ashler masonry, which allowed buildings to withstand earthquakes. The historical context of Machu Picchu as an estate for Emperor Pasha Kuti is covered, along with its abandonment during the Spanish conquest. The video also explains the agricultural engineering of terraces and concludes with trivia about the new 7 Wonders of the World.

Who was Machu Picchu believed to be built for?

What was the purpose of the terraces built at Machu Picchu?