Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Moray; Moras, Peru


I went to Peru this past summer and visited this site, Moray, outside of Moras. It's an Inca site from ca. late 15th century believed to be used as terracing for crops. The way the stone steps and walls sit in the earth is unbelievable; it looks like the hills grew up around it. While Moray was used probably for ceremonial and agricultural purposes, it's hard to deny the ingenious design, craftsmanship, and beauty.

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