Archaeologists working near Machu Picchu have uncovered an extensive network of ancient roads, terraces, platforms, and ceremonial structures hidden beneath dense vegetation. The discovery was made using drone-mounted lidar technology, which can penetrate forest canopies and reveal long-forgotten structures. Researchers believe the findings suggest the region surrounding Machu Picchu was far more developed and interconnected than previously thought, offering new insights into the engineering achievements of the Inca civilization.
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