The enduring mystery of ancient megalithic structures. | Antiqua

Ben Van Kerkwyk explains the mystery of Machu Picchu’s origins, questioning whether the Inca were truly its original builders. He examines the megalithic stonework and evidence that suggests parts of the site may be far older than the Inca civilization itself. Ben also explains how the Spanish conquest led to the destruction of Inca records, artwork, and oral traditions, erasing much of the region’s history. This raises profound questions about who built Machu Picchu’s core structures and what f