The Inca Empire in South America, one of the most powerful pre-Columbian societies, was known for many innovations — such as the architecture of Machu Picchu, an extensive road network, and a system ...

It has long been believed that within Ancient Inca society, khipus—intricate woven string objects used as a form of writing—were the preserve of the elite. But after studying human hair woven into a ...

The Inca Empire in South America was one of the most powerful pre-Columbian societies. It was known for the architecture of Machu Picchu, an extensive road network and a system of terraces for ...

A single lock of 500-year-old hair could upend what researchers have long thought about class and literacy in the Inca Empire, according to a new study. Spanning across western South America, the Inca ...

The newly discovered temple complex is located southeast of Lake Titicaca, a region where previous Tiwanaku researchers hadn't focused search efforts. - José Capriles/Penn State Archaeologists say ...

Stephanie Carter Stephanie Carter is freelance writer and editor, and previous editor of Eater New Orleans. She has a master’s degree in philosophy from Tulane University and an associate’s degree ...