American Civilization Vs Incan Civilization Essay

Whereas The Incan civilization and The Puebloans are different as The Incan civilization are master builders, while The Puebloans had vast traders, they are also similar as they both made their town blend in to the environment.

The Incas and Puebloans are similar because they made buildings that blend into the environment. One example is, "Yet the two ranchers clearly saw the outlines of walls, towers, windows, and doorways. Awestruck by their discovery, the men decided to explore. What they found was one of the largest cliff dwellings in North America. " from source 1. This is relevant because the Incans made their whole town blend into the surrounding area. Another example is, "The city’s buildings and terraces blend harmoniously with the spectacular setting. The architecture and stone work are of the best quality" and source 3. This is relevant because the Puebloans made their palace into the side of the cliff.

The Incans were master builders because " They constructed thousands of miles of roads to link all parts of their vast empire.

"Sandals woven from yucca fiber were typical footwear of the Mesa Verde people. Yucca fibers were boiled or soaked and then pounded to expose the inner fibers. These fibers were also used to produce rope, snares, mats, baskets, belts, and much more. " from source 2. They made many things from one plant. "Artists and traders-trading with a network of tribes to bring shells such as these from the Gulf of California to wear as ornamental jewelry. Artifacts found in the cliff dwellings offer much evidence of trades, such as Macaw feathers from Central America, turquoise from New Mexico, and copper bells from Mexico. Due to extensive trading as well as local production, many different types of jewelry have been found at Mesa Verde sites." from source 2. They were able to start a vast trading network.

In conclusion the Incans and Puebloans are very different and the same in many