Image: Inca Road - 54543419610 (cropped)
Description: The Qhapaq Ñan, also known as the Andean Road System, stands as a remarkable feat of engineering and organization by the Inca civilization. Spanning over 40,000 kilometers, this network facilitated the movement of armies, people, and goods across diverse and challenging landscapes, from plains and deserts to the high Andes. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Qhapaq Ñan was not only a means of transportation but also a powerful symbol of the Inca Empire's capability and reach. Its construction showcases the advanced skills of the Inca in a time when such extensive infrastructure was rare, making it a lasting testament to their ingenuity and the empire's strength.
Author: xiquinhosilva
Usage Terms: Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0
License: CC-BY-SA-3.0
License Link: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/
Attribution Required?: Yes
Image usage
The following page links to this image:
.jpg){kind=link}