Tour the Inca city of Machu Picchu, abandoned for nearly 400 years hidden by thick forest plants high in the Andes Mountains of South America.
General Note
Includes index.
Provides access to enhanced content that includes audio and video clips, web links, quizzes, activities, and a slide show.
Content Note
What is Machu Picchu? -- A step back in time -- Machu Picchu's location -- The agricultural sector -- The urban sector -- Big ideas behind Machu Picchu -- Science at work at Machu Picchu -- Machu Picchu's builders -- Similar structures around the world -- Issues facing Machu Picchu -- Make a star clock -- Machu Picchu quiz.