The AmericasAmericas
Kingdom of Cusco
The Kingdom of Cusco was the small Andean state of the Inca before their imperial expansion, traditionally founded by Manco Cápac. It was based in the Cusco valley of Peru. Under Pachacuti it became the Inca Empire in 1438.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 1200 – 1438 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | The Americas |
| Continent | Americas |
| Capital | Cusco |
| Founder | Manco Cápac (traditional) |
| Religion(s) | Inca religion |
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Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.