Historical Events tagged with "machupicchu"

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Exploration & Discovery

Hiram Bingham III re-discovers Machu Picchu

July 24th, 1911 113 years ago

Hiram Bingham III, an American historian, and explorer, made a significant discovery when he re-identified the ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu in Peru. This once-lost city was hidden in the Andes mountains, known to locals but largely forgotten by the outside world. Bingham's expedition was supported by Yale University and drew attention to Machu Picchu, which would later become one of the most celebrated archaeological sites in the world. Through meticulous exploration and documentation, Bingham brought global awareness to the importance of Incan civilization and its architectural marvels.

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