(Where Is Machu Picchu? Spanish Edition)
Megan Stine,
Who HQ,
John O'Brien (Illustrated by),
Yanitzia Canetti (Translated by)
Feb 23, 2027
Paperback
Juvenile Nonfiction / History / Central & South America / Architecture / Social Science / Folklore & Mythology
Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7
What's left of Machu Picchu stands as the most significant link to the marvelous Inca civilization of Peru. Now readers can explore these ruins in this compelling Where Is? book.
Built in the fifteenth century and tucked away in the mountains of Peru, Machu Picchu was abandoned after the Spaniards conquered the Incan empire in the sixteenth century. It remained hidden until 1911 when Hiram Bingham uncovered the marvelous complex and shared his discovery with the world. Today, hundreds of thousands of people visit the site to climb the 3,000 stone steps, explore the towering monuments, and see the numerous species that call these famous ruins home. Did you know that Machu Picchu remained hidden to most of the world for over one hundred years? Readers will find fascinating facts like this and more.
Series Overview: Following the same format as the successful Who Was? series, Where Is? covers world-famous landmarks and natural wonders.
Built in the fifteenth century and tucked away in the mountains of Peru, Machu Picchu was abandoned after the Spaniards conquered the Incan empire in the sixteenth century. It remained hidden until 1911 when Hiram Bingham uncovered the marvelous complex and shared his discovery with the world. Today, hundreds of thousands of people visit the site to climb the 3,000 stone steps, explore the towering monuments, and see the numerous species that call these famous ruins home. Did you know that Machu Picchu remained hidden to most of the world for over one hundred years? Readers will find fascinating facts like this and more.
Series Overview: Following the same format as the successful Who Was? series, Where Is? covers world-famous landmarks and natural wonders.
