Lesson 5 of 84 · Decolonization
⭐ 30 XPThe Inca Empire
The Inca Empire, which existed from the early 15th century until the Spanish conquest in the 16th century, was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America.
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The Inca Empire, which existed from the early 15th century until the Spanish conquest in the 16th century, was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America. Centered in the Andes Mountains of South America, the Inca civilization is renowned for its architectural marvels, such as Machu Picchu, and its sophisticated road systems that connected various regions of the empire. The Incas utilized advanced agricultural techniques, including terracing and irrigation, to cultivate crops in the challenging mountainous terrain. The empire fell to Spanish conquistadors led by Francisco Pizarro, resulting in significant cultural and demographic shifts in the region.
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The Inca Empire was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America.
Machu Picchu is one of the most famous Inca archaeological sites.
The Incas developed an extensive network of roads, over 25,000 miles long.
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1 of 2What was the primary geographical feature of the Inca Empire?
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