Quintessential View - Machu Picchu

uploaded by Trapac June 6, 2006 at 02:16 pm
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There is a Condor, a Puma and a Lizard in this picture, the Incas were certainly creative with their town planning. There's another similar shot coming up where I've identified where they are - can you see them before you get there?The buildings in this left hand corner mark the beginning of the 'Hanan Sector' where activities of government took place. This part of the site is designed in the shape of a Puma, (not the same one I've asked you to try and spot!). We are peering along his back towards the head of the animal. A solar observatory ('Intihuatana') on the top of a pyramid correlates with the head, attempting to convey power and lordliness.whc.unesco.org/pg.cfm

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Title: Quintessential View - Machu Picchu
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Created: Tue, 06/06/2006 - 2:16pm
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