Life in balance: Ancient Andean scales illuminated by new research
Phys.org • 11/26/2025 • Last cited 11/26/2025
Summary
Research from the University of St Andrews reveals that the Incas utilized Andean balance scales and khipus, a form of ancient string knot writing, in conjunction with their sacred landscapes. This study sheds light on the cultural practices of the Incas, although further details on the implications of these findings are not provided.
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