One of my favorite places to visit during my time in Cusco, Peru, was the ruins of the Coricancha. Five hundred years ago, this temple...

Most visitors to Cusco, Peru, are aware that the Inca studied and worshipped the cosmos. For those who stroll about the historic Plaza de...

Qenq’o is a pre-Spanish ceremonial center located 2 ½ miles north of Cusco – about a half-hour’s walk from the fortress of Sacsayhuaman....

Sacsayhuaman is one of the great archaeological secrets of Peru – and of the world for that matter. The megalithic stones that form its...

One of the most impressive pre-Columbian ruins in Peru is Sacsayhuaman (SACK-say-wuh-MON). This massive structure overlooks Cusco from...

The Cathedral Basilica is one of Cusco’s best-known sites, and easily familiar to anyone who has been to the city. Situated on the...

One of the best examples of the megalithic stonework of pre-Columbian Peru is found along Cusco’s Calle Hatunrumiyoc, or “Street of the...

One of the oldest and most mysterious symbols in Peru is the Andean Cross. This geometric design is seen throughout the country’s...

One of the many spectacular sites that I visited during my recent trip to Cusco was Calle Inca Roca. Located just east of the Plaza de...

When you hear "Peru" and "history" together, do you automatically think "Incas"? Does the image of Machu Picchu instantly pop into your...

Despite Central Asia’s long history and enduring importance to world politics, today’s students are barely learning about this region. ...

Originally published 7/23/2016 here. Last week’s failed coup in Turkey has led to diverse speculation about which direction the country...

Chaturanga is a work of fiction, but the novel incorporates places, events, issues – and people – that are all too real. During his...

In a March 2014 article in Mining Engineering magazine, I played devil’s advocate by asking whether the risks of doing business in Turkey...

In a March 2014 article in Mining Engineering magazine, I played devil’s advocate by asking whether the risks of doing business in Turkey...

Whether your middle schooler likes to read or avoids it entirely, here are ten simple and effective ways to engage and encourage him to...

I had the pleasure of visiting KAFM 88.1 Grand Junction a couple of weeks ago to talk about Chaturanga. Host, Jeff Shuldener, and I...

“Can you recommend a book for my middle schooler? As an educator, I have heard this question numerous times from parents. Often, their...

INTRODUCING “CHATURANGA” – A YOUNG ADULT NOVEL ABOUT THE SILK ROAD Grand Junction, CO, January 25, 2016 – Andrew C. Katen has announced...

Originally published here on 1/3/2016. Syria is barely mentioned in Chaturanga. The same goes for the wider Middle East (with the...