El Fuerte de Samaipata in the light of current research

Current research on El Fuerte de Samaipata, a UNESCO-listed pre-Hispanic site in Bolivia, highlights the urgent need for preservation of its deteriorating petroglyphs due to environmental and human-induced factors. The study traces the site's investigation history from colonial records to modern scholarship, emphasizing the importance of documenting and safeguarding these rock carvings. By analyzing both historical sources and contemporary studies, researchers aim to mitigate further damage while preserving Samaipata's cultural significance.

Ziółkowski, M. (2020). El Fuerte de Samaipata in the light of current research. Architectus, (2(62)). https://doi.org/10.37190/arc200203