Experimental archaeology and field analysis at Sacsayhuamán demonstrate that the precisely fitted polygonal masonry was achieved through a process of trial
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Experimental archaeology and field analysis at Sacsayhuamán demonstrate that the precisely fitted polygonal masonry was achieved through a process of trial-and-error stone fitting using hammer stones. The study documents quarrying techniques, surface finishing methods, and the logistics of moving stones weighing up to 200 tonnes, challenging claims that such precision required advanced technology.
Published in Journal of the Society of Architectural Historians (1985), this peer-reviewed paper contributes to scholarly understanding of ancient civilizations and archaeological methodology. Read the full abstract, explore citation details, and discover connections to related research, sites, and theories on Ancient Origins Explorer.