How The Inca Lept Canyons


	How The Inca Lept Canyons

debbyski

5-10-2007 5:58 AM

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archaeology, culture, materials, societies

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5-10-2007 11:20 AM

adamc

Absolutely fascinating. I wonder if the Incas had big bridge opening ceremonies like we do now.

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