A Glimpse into History Machu Picchu's history is as intriguing as its breathtaking scenery. Built in the 15th century under ...

Boys and girls were selected, often as part of an annual tribute to the Inca state. Chosen children typically came from noble families hoping to gain political favor through these rituals.

Rising from obscurity in Peru's Cusco Valley during the 13th century, a royal Inca dynasty charmed, bribed, intimidated, or conquered its rivals to create the largest pre-Columbian empire in the ...

The Incas revered gold as the sweat of the sun and believed that it represented the sun's regenerative powers. All gold belonged to the ruler of the empire, the Inca himself, who claimed to be ...

No matter how you plan that perfect shot at a famous travel hotspot, the reality is you'll find yourself wedged between a ...

A total lunar eclipse will be viewable in the United States overnight into Friday morning. Here's some rituals to practice.

His writings provided insightful perspectives on the Inca civilization and the Spanish conquests, achieving widespread readership in Europe. His literary contributions mark a historical milestone ...