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Incan Civilization

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The Incan civilization, also known as the Inca Empire, was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America. It existed in the Andean region of South America from the early 15th century until the Spanish conquest in the 16th century.

Key Features

  • Sophisticated engineering and architectural skills
  • Extensive road network connecting different parts of the empire
  • Complex agricultural techniques including terrace farming
  • Hierarchical society with a strong central government led by an emperor
  • Unique cultural practices such as ancestor worship and elaborate ceremonies

Pros

  • Impressive architectural feats such as Machu Picchu and Sacsayhuamán
  • Advanced agricultural techniques that allowed for sustained growth and prosperity
  • Innovative engineering solutions like bridges and irrigation systems

Cons

  • Conquest and expansion through warfare and forced assimilation of conquered peoples
  • Rigid social hierarchy with limited mobility for lower classes
  • Religious practices that involved human sacrifice

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