The Inca Road System
The Inca road system stretched about 40,000 kilometres across six countries. Two main north-south routes anchored the design: one coastal, one mountainous. It spanned the entire Inca Empire territory.
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The Inca road system stretched about 40,000 kilometres across six countries.
Two main north-south routes anchored the design: one coastal, one mountainous.
It spanned the entire Inca Empire territory.
Cusco was the center. Roads stemmed toward 4 regions called suyus.
Engineers paved surfaces and built stairways for elevation. Stairs gained height on the slopes.
Llamas of the short-haired Q'ara race carried loads with soft padded hooves. Llamas with built-in slippers.
Transportation was on foot without wheels. Runners called chasquis relayed information and valuables. Zero wheels, infinite cardio.
Only about 25 percent remains visible today. Communities within 20 kilometres show higher wages and school levels. Ancient pavement still pays rent.
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