Download or read book Inca Land written by Hiram Bingham and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-08-26 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The builders were not in search of fields. There is so little arable land here that every square yard of earth had to be terraced in order to provide food for the inhabitants. They were not looking for comfort or convenience. Safety was their primary consideration. They were sufficiently civilized to practice intensive agriculture, sufficiently skillful to equal the best masonry the world has ever seen, sufficiently ingenious to make delicate bronzes, and sufficiently advanced in art to realize the beauty of simplicity. What could have induced such a people to select this remote fastness of the Andes, with all its disadvantages, as the site for their capital, unless they were fleeing from powerful enemies."

Download or read book Machu Picchu in Context written by Mariusz Ziółkowski and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-11-12 with total page 585 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book aims at integrating archaeology with science in order to provide additional information with respect to a traditional archaeological anthropological perspective. It sheds light on Incan culture, the relation between human frequentation and environmental changes, the Incan architecture in relation with Andean cosmovision using, for the first time, diverse technological and scientific approaches including LiDAR remote sensing, geophysics and radio carbon dating. A number of recent studies conducted by Polish, Italian and Peruvian scientific missions in Machu Picchu, Chachabamba and Cusco are presented and discussed. Chapter 5 is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

Download or read book Lost City of the Incas written by Hiram Bingham and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 2010-12-16 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in the 1950s, this is a classic account of the discovery in 1911 of the lost city of Machu Picchu. In 1911 Hiram Bingham, a pre-historian with a love of exotic destinations, set out to Peru in search of the legendary city of Vilcabamba, capital city of the last Inca ruler, Manco Inca. With a combination of doggedness and good fortune he stumbled on the perfectly preserved ruins of Machu Picchu perched on a cloud-capped ledge 2000 feet above the torrent of the Urubamba River. The buildings were of white granite, exquisitely carved blocks each higher than a man. Bingham had not, as it turned out, found Vilcabamba, but he had nevertheless made an astonishing and memorable discovery, which he describes in his bestselling book LOST CITY OF THE INCAS.

Download or read book Turn Right at Machu Picchu written by Mark Adams and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-06-30 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING TRAVEL MEMOIR What happens when an unadventurous adventure writer tries to re-create the original expedition to Machu Picchu? In 1911, Hiram Bingham III climbed into the Andes Mountains of Peru and “discovered” Machu Picchu. While history has recast Bingham as a villain who stole both priceless artifacts and credit for finding the great archeological site, Mark Adams set out to retrace the explorer’s perilous path in search of the truth—except he’d written about adventure far more than he’d actually lived it. In fact, he’d never even slept in a tent. Turn Right at Machu Picchu is Adams’ fascinating and funny account of his journey through some of the world’s most majestic, historic, and remote landscapes guided only by a hard-as-nails Australian survivalist and one nagging question: Just what was Machu Picchu?

Download or read book Ultimate Journeys for Two written by Mike Howard and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by the founders of HoneyTrek.com, this inspiring book reveals hidden-gem destinations and insider tips for unforgettable couples travel. In these informative pages, Mike and Anne Howard--officially the World's Longest Honeymooners and founders of the acclaimed travel blog HoneyTrek--whisk you away to journeys of a lifetime. Drawing on their experience traveling together across seven continents, they curate the globe and offer tested-and-approved recommendations for intrepid couples, bringing culture, adventure, and romance to any couple--no matter their age or budget. Chapters are organized by type of destination (for example, beaches, mountains, and deserts) to help travelers discover new places and experiences based on their interests. Each entry focuses on a specific region, getting to the essence of each locale and its one-of-a-kind offerings. The authors reveal the best time to visit, the best places to stay, and recommended activities--each with their own adventure rating to illustrate level of intensity. Special features include funny and insightful stories from the Howards' own adventures, expert advice from other renowned traveling couples, and tips to increase the romance and excitement at each destination. A large map shows every location covered in the book, and each entry has a locator map depicting the city and country. Both entertaining and informative, this book is an invaluable resource and inspiration for a lifetime of travel.

Download or read book VIVA Travel Guides Machu Picchu and Cusco written by Paula Newton and published by Viva Publishing Network. This book was released on 2011-02 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the most up-to-date book on visiting Machu Picchu, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley available, period. V!VA is the one guide you'll need to get the most out of your trip to Machu Picchu and the Inca empire. Written by Cusco experts, in this book you can:Explore Machu Picchu using the self-guided tour and color map. Go beyond sightseeing and truly understand the ruins and Inca culture.Trek the Inca Trail or one of the many Inca Trail alternatives while having a minimal impact on the environment.Immerse yourself in Cusco life by using the extensive informtion on studying spanish, volunteering, working and living.Taste local Peruvian cuisine in world famous restaurants, or track down cheap, good eats while live Andean music fills the streets.Find all the nuts and bolts you need to navigate your way from the streets of Lima to the gates of Machu Picchu.Stay safe with the most up-to-date guide available, continuously updated by the VIVA community on the www.vivatravelguides.com website.

Download or read book Machu Picchu the Galapagos Islands written by Donovan Hervig and published by eBook Partnership. This book was released on 2018-01-23 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to visit Peru's Machu Picchu AND Ecuador's Galapagos Islands on the same trip, but only have two weeks or less? Fabulous news: you've found the perfect book! And if you have more time, even better! In this unique and fun first book in the travel guide series Secrets of South America: Combo Trips - let travel expert Donovan Hervig walk you through the ins and outs of planning a trip to this mysterious Inca citadel - one of the seven modern man-made wonders of the world - and those unique islands - living, breathing and inspiring evolution. Do you want to gather a few travel secrets for this trip? Look out for the tour guide icon. Do you want to see some sample itineraries? Those should be easy to find. How about hearing from fellow travelers who have done it? You'll love Passenger Corner. What about browsing some cool photos? I hope you like them!! Do you already have a good idea of what you want to do, but still have just a few burning questions? Head straight for the Table of Contents, start browsing, find the topic of interest and jump straight there. Start reading today and get ready to visit Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands!

Download or read book Capturing Peru s Sacred Valley Machu Picchu written by James Dugan and published by Walkabout photo guides. This book was released on with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Planning a trip to the incredible Machu Picchu? Want to know how to capture great photos for social media, travel blog, or to simply enjoy? Our travel photography guides focus on the information you need: - Detailed maps and diagrams - Photos, including the DSLR camera settings and the exact location where the photo was taken - Logistical information to ensure that you’re at the right place at the right time This sub-guide is part of a bigger travel photography guide that covers all of Peru's Sacred Valley (including hiking the Inca trail). Inside this sub-guide you'll find lots of specific tips for planning and the logistics of getting great photos of Machu Picchu. Our guides help you save valuable time in researching and planning, allowing you to focus on your photos.

Download or read book Astronomy of the Inca Empire written by Steven R. Gullberg and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-08-06 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Astronomy in the Inca Empire was a robust and fundamental practice. The subsequent Spanish conquest of the Andes region disrupted much of this indigenous culture and resulted in a significant loss of information about its rich history. Through modern archaeoastronomy, this book helps recover and interpret some of these elements of Inca civilization. Astronomy was intricately woven into the very fabric of Andean existence and daily life. Accordingly, the text takes a holistic approach to its research, considering first and foremost the cultural context of each astronomy-related site. The chapters necessarily start with a history of the Incas from the beginning of their empire through the completion of the conquest by Spain before diving into an astronomical and cultural analysis of many of the huacas found in the heart of the Inca Empire. Over 300 color images—original artwork and many photos captured during the author’s extensive field research in Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, Cusco, and elsewhere—are included throughout the book, adding visual insight to a rigorous examination of Inca astronomical sites and history.

Download or read book Explore The Americas written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ice trekking in Argentina. Salsa dancing in Cuba. Road-tripping the USA. We present 60 of the most exciting travel experiences across North, Central and South America, from adrenaline-pumping thrills and breathtaking natural wonders to cultural icons, wildlife watching and romantic getaways. With Lonely Planet’s Explore the Americas, you’ll discover great escapes, thrilling adventures, voyages of discovery and man-made and natural wonders stretching all the way from Canada to Argentina. Let Lonely Planet be your guide for exploring this beautiful and vibrant part of the world – and be inspired to plan your next or first adventure to the Americas. Experiences include: Canada: Cycle Prince Edward Island Find an island idyll in the Great Bear Rainforest Watch orcas from a kayak in British Columbia USA: Journey through Mark Twain’s USA Cruise the Mississippi to New Orleans Trace the life of Amelia Earhart Mountain bike Moab’s Slickrock Trail Hear mountain music in the Appalachians Caribbean: Hike the rainforests of St Lucia Live like James Bond in Jamaica Make like a pirate in Nassau Mexico & Central America: Climb volcanoes in Nicaragua Plunge into the caves of Belize Let the kids go wild in Costa Rica South America: Cruise Argentina’s Patagonian Highway Escape to Ecuador’s cloud forest Drift down the Amazon river Motorbike Che Guevara’s diaries Enter the lost world of Mount Roraima About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Download or read book The Magdalene Mystique written by Betty Conrad Adam and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2006 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers an overview of the Gospel of Mary; and reviews the Church's long history of misunderstanding her. This work offers advice, prayers and liturgy for living Magdalene spirituality.

Download or read book Changing the Dream written by Laura Anderson and published by BalboaPress. This book was released on 2013-10-14 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Changing the Dream is a true story where two spiritual seekers drawn to Machu Picchu, Peru, to energetically save the world found among the beauty of the ancient ruins personal initiation, epiphany, and a sense of completion. Their pilgrimage to change the dream of the planet changed their own dream.

Download or read book Moon Machu Picchu written by Ryan Dubé and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2020-12-01 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mystical, timeless, and full of adventure: embark on the trip of a lifetime to the jewel of Peru with Moon Machu Picchu. Inside you'll find: Strategic trekking guides, including two to four days on the Inca Trail, five days on the Salcantay, and an Inca Jungle Trail itinerary, plus focused coverage of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Lima Unique experiences beyond the beaten path: Explore seldom-seen ruins like the Ollantaytambo Temple and visit remote Quechua-speaking villages. Go horseback riding on a caballo de paso in the Sacred Valley, mountain biking to the hilltop fortress of Sacsayhuamán, or set up camp on the riverbank after a day of rafting on the Río Apurímac. Sample coca tea and authentic local delicacies, or shop for handmade Peruvian weavings, pottery, and jewelry Essential planning information on agencies, tour guides, and porters, food and accommodations, packing suggestions, finding the best airfares, and getting around by bus, train, taxi, car, or motorcycle rental How to visit Machu Picchu respectfully, with tips from Lima local Ryan Dubé on and helping the local economy, minimizing your impact, and avoiding over-tourism A guide to hazards, precautions, and gear, including how to avoid altitude sickness Full-color photos and easy-to-use maps throughout, plus a convenient foldout map Thorough background information on the landscape, wildlife, plants, culture, history, and local customs Handy tools including a Spanish phrasebook, visa information, volunteer and study opportunities, and tips for seniors, families, visitors with disabilities, women traveling alone, and LGBTQ+ travelers With Moon Machu Picchu's practical advice and insider know-how, you can forge your own path. Doing a tour of South America? Try Moon Cartagena & Colombia's Caribbean Coast, Moon Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands, or Moon Chile.

Download or read book The Destination Diaries written by Edward P. Dramberger, PhD "The Destination Dr." and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2018-04-26 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Destination Diaries By: Edward P. Dramberger, PhD “The Destination Dr.” The Destination Diaries chronicles a brave man’s quest to quench an insatiable thirst for travel and the endless excavation for life’s meaning therein. This collection of snapshots is a world-tour-de-force unseen in scope and varieties since travel writer Jan Morris. Decades of professional and leisure travel across 180 of the world’s 195 countries yielded this extraordinary book that mixes one part memoir, one part self-help and one part guide for anyone looking to turn travel into something more. Through intimate stories in unbelievable locales, readers will witness how travel has allowed Edward to connect with people, enjoy adventures and invigorate his spirit over a lifetime. He reveals the good, bad, ugly and beautiful through travel. The Destination Diaries will convince readers what is available to them and how travel will change us in unimaginable ways.

Download or read book Harmony and Symmetry Celestial regularities shaping human culture written by Gudrun Wolfschmidt and published by tredition. This book was released on 2020-12-29 with total page 682 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the SEAC conference in Graz (2018) and for the Proceedings the motto "Harmony and symmetry - celestial regularities shaping human culture" was chosen. There were at least two strong reasons for this motto: First, the connection between astronomy and human culture has an extremely long tradition, and one of its absolute high points is the astronomer Johannes Kepler, who spent his entire life searching for the relationship between the movement of heavenly lights and ideas about harmonious structures and regular bodies. Kepler started his scientific career and authored his first book, the Mysterium cosmographicum, in Graz. Kepler argued in his first publication for the twelve-fold partition of the zodiac with arguments derived from the monochord, anticipating the procedure he developed in his Harmonices mundi. Five contributions deal with Kepler, including the harmony in musical theory. The second reason was the Eggenberg Castle. This palace, built for the nobleman Hans Ulrich von Eggenberg (1568-1634), is a remarkable piece of symmetry and harmony and an outstanding example of a strong connection between astronomy and culture. Seven contributions have the topic astronomy, astrology and architecture with the emphasis on astronomical orientation, symmetry and harmony in the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The Proceedings with ten chapters and 44 contributions range besides the mentioned "Middle Ages and beyond" and Johannes Kepler from Prehistoric Times, Bronze and Iron Age, Mythology and Ethnoastronomy, Babylonian Astronomy, Greek and Roman Astronomy, Meso- and South America, Middle East and Eastern Asia and Computational Astronomy. The celestial sphere, regarded as the sky of astronomy, as well as the heaven of divine numina, from Antiquity to Copernicus and Kepler was equated with symmetry, harmony, and beauty. Until today, this has been reflected in the structure of cultural creations, from architectural objects to musical forms.

Download or read book Machu Picchu written by Johan Reinhard and published by Cotsen Institute of Archaeology. This book was released on 2007 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Machu Picchu, recently voted one of the New Wonders of the World, is one of the world's most famous archaeological sites, yet it remains a mystery. Even the most basic questions are still unanswered: What was its meaning and why was it built in such a difficult location? Renowned explorer Johan Reinhard attempts to answer such elusive questions from the perspectives of sacred landscape and archaeoastronomy. Using information gathered from historical, archaeological, and ethnographical sources, Reinhard demonstrates how the site is situated in the center of sacred mountains and associated with a sacred river, which is in turn symbolically linked with the sun's passage. Taken together, these features meant that Machu Picchu formed a cosmological, hydrological, and sacred geological center for a vast region.

Download or read book Viewfinder written by Keith Wilson and published by Rotovision. This book was released on 2004 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features 100 of the most insipirational locatios for travel photography.