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Machu Picchu


Treasure of the Incas

Already a pilgrimage destination thousands of years before the Incas, the visit of Machu Picchu is an unforgettable and powerful experience.

At an altitude of 2500 meters, set a 1000 meters high above the Rio Urubamba, at the summit of Machu Picchu (the old peak) this mysterious city capable of housing 1000 inhabitants was discovered in 1917 by Hiram Bingham.

In this lecture you are lead beyond the common site denominations and touristy guide stories to discover a profoundly ecological Incas' world view.

An astronomical observatory oriented in the four directions of space, Machu Picchu's 12 living quarters and 14 platforms, stretching 700 by 500 meters, also represents an image of the living cosmos as envisioned in Inca culture.

The Inti Huatana (anchor of the sun) a finely carved stone (right) is set on the highest point of the site at the top of a pyramid structure.

At the heart of the site, a natural fault forms the entrance to a crypt marked by a huge hieroglyphic seven-step stone carving heralding the temple and altar dedicated to Mamacocha (the Mother Earth goddess). Discover how this ancient civilization channelled rising fire and flowing water as part of their own life equilibrium.

If you are planning to go to Machu Picchu or already had the chance to do so, this lecture will enlighten you about this sacred site’s architecture, orientation and purpose.

Discover the significance and symbolism of this sacred city that was built to mirror the cosmos. Encounter the profoundly ecological worldview that inspired the ancient Inca civilization and which can inspire us today!



Date: Thursday. April 21, 2011.
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Centre for Social Innovation
Alterna Room, 4th Floor
215 Spadina Avenue
Between Dundas/Queen
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Admission: $25 regular / $15 student
Inquiries: Call 416-486-7198