Machu Picchu: The Lost City and Its Mysteries

The video explores the discovery of Machu Picchu by Hiram Bingham in 1911, highlighting the Inca's advanced stonework and the mysteries surrounding the construction of the site. It delves into ancient symbols and legends, suggesting a history older than previously thought. The video also discusses subterranean discoveries and the Inca's burial practices, particularly focusing on the potential tomb of Pachacuti, a legendary Inca leader. Despite modern investigations, many questions about Machu Picchu remain unanswered.

What was Hiram Bingham searching for in the jungles of Peru?

• A new species of plant

• The lost city of Inca gold

• A hidden waterfall

• An ancient library

What is the Inca stonework technique called?

• Stone carving

• Mortar masonry

• Bricklaying

• Ashlar masonry

What is one theory about the construction of Machu Picchu?

• It was constructed using modern machinery

• It involved ancient astronaut assistance

• It was a natural formation

• It was built by the Spanish

What was discovered near Machu Picchu in 2016?

• A new species of bird

• A hidden waterfall

• Ancient symbols and cave paintings

• A treasure map

What do the cave paintings near Machu Picchu suggest?

• A connection to the Spanish

• A more ancient history than previously thought

• A natural disaster

• A link to modern technology

What percentage of Machu Picchu's construction is estimated to be underground?

• 20%

• 40%

• 60%

• 80%

What did David Crespy discover at Machu Picchu?

• A secret passage

• A new species of plant

• A hidden chamber

• A lost Inca artifact

What was the purpose of mummifying Incan leaders?

• To preserve their power

• To scare away enemies

• To create art

• To use as currency

What happened to Pachacuti's mummy after the Spanish conquest?

• It was destroyed

• It was hidden in a cave

• It mysteriously disappeared

• It was sent to Europe

What is Thierry Jamin's theory about Pachacuti's tomb?

• It is hidden in a European museum

• It was lost in a fire

• It is located in Cusco

• It is buried under Machu Picchu