Summary
Qhapaq Ñan, the Andean road system, faces significant conservation challenges during its nomination process for UNESCO World Heritage status. A decade-long effort by Chile's National Council for Monuments revealed critical issues in participatory planning and management, highlighting the complexities of preserving such a vast human heritage site. The study underscores the need for effective strategies to address these challenges while ensuring the integrity of this remarkable cultural landscape.
Citation
Díaz Valdés, S. (2010). Qhapaq Ñan, Sistema Vial Andino: el desafío de su conservación en Chile en el marco de su nominación a la Lista del Patrimonio Mundial. Intervención Revista Internacional de Conservación Restauración Y Museología, 1(1), 33–46. https://doi.org/10.30763/intervencion.2013.8.96