Definition: German-born diplomat Charles Wiener was sent by the French to Chile in 1882, where he became interested in the archaeology of the region. He began publishing travel books such as "Chili et Chiliens" describing the modern and ancient country. In a book dated 1880 he discussed the existence of the ruins of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu, although he didn't get there himself; Hiram Bingham didn't get to Machu Picchu until 1911.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar.
