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Vitcos, The Last Inca Capital is a historical book written by Hiram Bingham in 1912. The book is about the last Inca capital, Vitcos, which was located in the Andean mountains of Peru. Bingham, who was an American explorer and archaeologist, visited Vitcos in 1911 and conducted excavations in the area.The book provides a detailed account of Bingham's expedition to Vitcos, including his discoveries and observations of the Inca ruins. He describes the architecture, layout, and history of the city, as well as the artifacts and relics he found during his excavations.Bingham also includes information about the Inca civilization, their customs, and their downfall at the hands of the Spanish conquistadors. He provides a comprehensive overview of the Inca Empire, including its political, social, and economic structures.The book is a valuable resource for historians, archaeologists, and anyone interested in the history of the Inca civilization. It provides a unique insight into the last days of the Inca Empire and the legacy it left behind.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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