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1200 BCE
Inca begins
The Inca civilization settled in the valley of Cuzco in 1200 C.E. -
1438
Emperor Pachacuti takes the throne
Emperor Pachacuti was the founder of Machu Picchu 1438 C.E. -
1471
Túpac becomes king of Inca
Was the last of the indigenous rulers of the Inca in 1572 C.E. -
1532
Arrival of Francisco Pizzaro
Conquistador best known for conquering the Incas and executing their leader, Atahuapla 1532 C.E. -
1572
End date: The downfall of the Incas
Disease such as small pox led to the downfall of the Incas IN 1572 C.E.