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High in the Andes Mountains, an ancient marvel still stands - the last remaining Inca suspension bridge, woven entirely from grass. The Q'eswachaka Bridge has spanned its gorge since the 15th century, when it was part of a vast network of over 200 such bridges connecting the mighty Inca Empire. Each June, local villagers gather to rebuild this 120-foot bridge using traditional techniques passed down through generations. Using nothing but local ichu grass twisted into strong cables, they create a

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