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Ancient stonework, precision craftsmanship. In order to get this precise fit, a clay model of the needed shape was made and sent offsite to the quarry. A rough-cut stone would be returned to the site based on the model, and fine-tuned to fit.
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Machu Pichu, Peru
Entrance to Machu Picchu with Huayna Picchu Mountain looming above.
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Ken Roberts
Feb 12, 2016 near Santa Teresa, PE
“Ancient stonework, precision craftsmanship. In order to get this precise fit, a clay model of the needed shape was made and sent offsite to the quarry. A rough-cut stone would be returned to the site based on the model, and fine-tuned to fit.”  

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Ancient stonework, precision craftsmanship. In order to get this precise fit, a clay model of the needed shape was made and sent offsite to the quarry. A rough-cut stone would be returned to the site based on the model, and fine-tuned to fit.
Entrance to Machu Picchu with Huayna Picchu Mountain looming above.
Machu Picchu
Varying types/ages of stonework in the ruins.
The end of the traditional "Inca Trail" as it enters the Machu Picchu area.
Llamas share the trail on the way up to the Sun Gate. They are bigger than they look - watch your step so they don't bump you off the trail. Note the paving stones - the surface can be uneven at times.
Conservation efforts within the park. The popularity of the park has put a lot of pressure on the park ecosystem.
Machu Pichu, Peru
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