I am currently working on a research project looking into the capacocha rituals of the Inca involving the sacrifice of the some of the Empire's most beautiful children in order to appease the Gods. Along with the help of Mytch, the guinea pig farmer, and Devin, who's as tall as a mountain, we have found some fascinating information (website to come!)
In doing some of the necessary research for this project, I stumbled upon a website that was made for exactly this purpose, Incan Child Sacrifice. It has a glorious combination of literature on the Inca history as well as a more detailed over-view of the archaeological finds associated with child sacrifice.
To keep viewers engaged and for those who are perhaps unfamiliar with the South American (The Andes in particular) layout, there are a number of maps and photos for some visual stimulation. Fun facts are added in the end. I must say I was impressed.
My only critique would be the general layout of the website and its lack of appeal. At first glance it does not necessarily draw the viewer in. That being said, the positives outweigh the negatives and this website will serve as a great template for our project.
So without further adieu: http://mathwiz2001.tripod.com/theicemaiden/index.html
A glorious entry!
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