Did Hiram Bingham actually discover the legendary lost city of the Incas?
In short: In 1911, explorer Hiram Bingham ventured into the Andes searching for the final refuge of a collapsed empire. This documentary examines his original journals and photographs to reveal the reality behind his famous discovery of Machu Picchu and whether it matched his original goal.
Hiram Bingham's 1911 expedition is widely celebrated as a monumental archaeological achievement. By analyzing his personal records and imagery, the film investigates the circumstances surrounding his arrival at Machu Picchu.
The narrative challenges the viewer to consider if the site Bingham encountered was truly the 'lost city' he had set out to locate, or if the reality of the discovery is more complex than the popular legend suggests.
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