The Synthesis of "Andes Mountains"

Explore the ancient societies of the Andes, from the oldest civilization in the Americas to the vast Inca Empire and their enduring global legacy.

Discover Machu Picchu, the mysterious 15th-century Inca citadel in Peru. Learn why this UNESCO World Heritage site is a top travel destination.

Discover the Inca Empire, the largest pre-Columbian civilization in the Americas, known for its engineering marvels and rich cultural legacy.

Explore the Chavin culture, an influential pre-Incan civilization known for its unique art, architecture, and religious influence across the Andes.

Discover the Huari Empire, the powerful Andean civilization that preceded the Incas, known for its roads, cities, and military might.

Explore the Tiwanaku Empire, a powerful pre-Inca civilization known for its monumental stone architecture and mysterious collapse in the Andes.

Explore the Wari Empire, the powerful pre-Inca civilization that unified the Andes with advanced engineering, urban planning, and road networks.

Discover the Moche Civilization, a sophisticated pre-Incan culture known for its impressive adobe pyramids, intricate pottery, and goldwork.

Explore the Norte Chico civilization in ancient Peru, the oldest in the Americas, which developed complex urban centers around the same time as Egypt's pyramids.

Discover the Caral-Supe, the oldest civilization in the Americas, which emerged in Peru over 5,000 years ago, rewriting our history.