The Enigmatic Tambomachay: The Royal Inca Fountain of Pachacuti | Ancient Architects

At the height of it’s power, the Inca Empire stretched across the Andean mountains of South America, and although Cusco was the important capital city from the 13th to 16th centuries, the place where I and many other researchers often focus our attention on, there are so many other sites of interest that should be on your radar. Many viewers will already be aware of Tambomachay, a large archaeological site with incredible masonry, royal and noble houses, natural springs, and a complex series of aqueducts, canals and waterfalls that run through the terraced rocks. As well as being amazing artists, architects and builders, the Inca developed an ingenious system of irrigation, showing a clear understanding of water management at numerous sites across the empire. Without this knowledge, the empire would never have grown so large and so powerful so quickly.