In fact, the superstructure is estimated to hold an almost inconceivable 200 quadrillion (that's 200 followed by 15 zeros) ...

So what was this place, occupied by the Incan Empire, from about the early 1400s ... other and falling off the mountain. This style of Inca planning and engineering is not unique to Machu Picchu ...

In the mid- to late-16th century, the Inca empire—weakened by internal strife—fell to the rule of invading Spanish colonizers. The Inca left no written records of their underground ...

Composition and Structure: The structure consists of galaxy filaments connected in a pattern similar to cosmic "threads," much like how Inca Quipu cords were arranged. It is made up of galaxy ...

Astronomers have found the largest structure in the universe so far, named Quipu after an Incan measuring system. It contains a shocking 200 quadrillion solar masses. Astronomy is an endeavor ...

Located about 130 miles from Machu Picchu, Cusco was once a thriving hub for the Inca Empire. Now, it’s a popular tourist spot and an archaeological marvel. Tim Newcomb is a journalist based in ...

Cusco, once the administrative, political, and military capital of the powerful Inca Empire in the 15th century before being conquered by the Spanish, holds significant historical importance.

A quipu is an ancient recording device used by Andean civilizations, and particularly the Incas. It consists of a series of colored strings of various lengths, with knots tied in different positions.

Previously regarded as the largest superstructure in space, it has now been eclipsed by at least four others, including Quipu. | Credit: ESA & Planck Collaboration / Rosat/ Digitised Sky Survey ...

Cusco is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was the historic capital of the Inca Empire. Millions of tourists visit each year, with many basing themselves in the city before beginning their journey ...