| − | The '''Inca''' civilization, lasting from roughly 1250 to 1548 AD, was the largest empire of [[Columbian Exchange|Pre-Columbian]] [[Americas|America]]. The Inca are best known for their highly advanced road system, surprisingly accurate medical knowledge, and calendar. The capital of the empire was in [[Cuzco]], in modern [[Perú]]. The most recognizable Inca city, however, is [[Macchu Piccu]], located high in the Peruvian [[Andes]].
| + | Until it was destroyed by Spanish imperialists, the '''Inca''' civilization, which lasted from roughly 1250 to 1548 AD, was the largest empire of [[Columbian Exchange|Pre-Columbian]] [[Americas|America]]. The Inca are best known for their highly advanced road system, surprisingly accurate medical knowledge, and calendar. The capital of the empire was in [[Cuzco]], in modern [[Perú]]. The most recognizable Inca city, however, is [[Macchu Piccu]], located high in the Peruvian [[Andes]]. |