Machu Picchu: Over 2.5 Kilometers of Pre-Hispanic Paths Discovered

Over 2.5 kilometers of pre-Hispanic paths, along with possible platforms and terraces, have been discovered near the Mandor wall in Machu Picchu using LiDAR technology. The main path is at least 1.2 kilometers long and follows Inca-era construction techniques. The discovery expands knowledge of pre-Hispanic occupation in the area and raises questions about its function in territorial organization related to Machu Picchu. Further investigations are planned to determine the chronology, functionality, and state of conservation of the identified evidence.