Exploring the Inca Empire and Cusco

The video explores the historical and cultural significance of Cusco and Machu Picchu, tracing the origins of the Inca Empire and its architectural marvels. It delves into the mythical beginnings of the Incas, the layout of Cusco, and the Spanish influence on its structures. The journey continues through the Sacred Valley, highlighting the lives of Inca descendants and the mysteries of Machu Picchu. The video concludes with the enduring legacy of the Incas and their cultural impact on modern Peru.

What is the significance of Cusco in the Inca Empire?

• It was the birthplace of the first Inca ruler.

• It was the site of the first Inca temple.

• It was the capital of the Spanish Empire.

• It was a major trading hub for the Aztecs.

What shape was Cusco originally laid out in?

• A llama

• A puma

• A condor

• A snake

What was the purpose of the Qorikancha in Inca times?

• A residential area

• A temple

• A marketplace

• A fortress

What is unique about the masonry techniques of the Incas?

• They used cement to hold stones together.

• They used interlocking patterns without mortar.

• They used wooden pegs to join stones.

• They carved stones into perfect spheres.

What is the Sacred Valley also known as?

• The Valley of the Kings

• The Valley of the Sun

• The Urubamba Valley

• The Valley of the Gods

What is the historical significance of the Salt Mines of Maras?

• They were a major trade route.

• They were used as a fortress.

• They predate the Inca dynasty by about a thousand years.

• They were built by the Incas.

What marks the start of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu?

• The ruins of Ollantaytambo

• The Moray Terraces

• The Salt Mines of Maras

• The city of Cusco

What is one of the mysteries surrounding Machu Picchu?

• The materials used in its construction

• The fate of its inhabitants

• The purpose of its construction

• Its exact location

What language do the modern-day descendants of the Incas still speak?

• Spanish

• Quechua

• Guarani

• Aymara

What is Cusco covered under after dusk?

• A layer of snow

• A veil of mist

• A starry blanket

• A blanket of fog