| Title: | Encoded Landscapes : a link between Inka wall orientations and Andean geomorphology |
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| Authors: | ID Palacios-Prado, Nicolás (Author)
ID Corominas-Sustach, Fabiola (Author)
ID Pérez, Andrés (Author)
ID Verdugo, Danilo (Author)
ID Podobnikar, Tomaž (Author) |
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| Language: | English |
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| Work type: | Unknown |
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| Typology: | 1.01 - Original Scientific Article |
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| Organization: | FIŠ - Faculty of Information Studies in Novo mesto
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| Abstract: | While some Inka structures and motifs align with astronomical and horizon markers, a significant portion of their constructions exhibit different patterns. We examined the potential correlation between the orientation patterns of the Inka walls and Andean geomorphology, aiming to uncover the extent to which the physical landscape guided these ancient architectural design methodologies. Using geospatial technology and specially developed peak detection and recognition software, we extensively and meticulously analyzed over 40,000 m of surveyed Inka walls and 20,000 mountain peaks across 11 distinct geographical areas. The analysis revealed a significant correlation between key wall orientations and the parallel peak alignment of the Andean Mountain Range. This suggests a purposeful encoding of landscape orientations into Inka architecture. These findings propose a novel perspective on the intricate relationship between Inka culture and the Andean highlands’ topography. Furthermore, this research introduces a distinctive methodological approach to exploring the impact of natural landscapes on architectural planning, establishing a foundation for comparative studies among other ancient civilizations. |
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| Keywords: | Inka architecture, geospatial analysis, Andean geomorphology, mountain-peak alignment |
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| Publication status: | Published |
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| Publication version: | Version of Record |
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| Publication date: | 01.04.2026 |
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| Year of publishing: | 2024 |
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| Number of pages: | 24 str. |
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| Numbering: | Vol. 13, iss. 4 [article no. 463] |
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| PID: | 20.500.12556/ReVIS-13838  |
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| COBISS.SI-ID: | 193569539 |
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| UDC: | 550.3 |
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| ISSN on article: | 2073-445X |
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| DOI: | 10.3390/land13040463 |
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| Note: | Nasl. z nasl. zaslona;
Opis vira z dne 23. 4. 2024;
Soavtorji: Fabiola Corominas-Sustach, Andrés Pérez, Danilo Verdugo and Tomaž Podobnikar;
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| Publication date in ReVIS: | 18.05.2026 |
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