Tourism use and management of archaeological resources associated with the “Ruta de la Guerra de Castas”: opportunities and threats of community‑based tourism

Community-based tourism models along the 'Ruta de la Guerra de Castas' in Uxmal, Mexico, offer significant potential for social cohesion and sustainable economic development. This study highlights that such models empower local populations while fostering solidarity economies, provided they are underpinned by democratic governance frameworks. The research, integrating qualitative tools like workshops, focus groups, and interviews with local communities, underscores the critical role of institutional coordination and community participation in effective archaeological heritage management. It identifies both opportunities—such as enhanced social cohesion—and threats, including the need for stronger collaboration among institutions, communities, and private actors to ensure long-term sustainability.

Pérez González, E. M., Medina Martín, C. d. S.,. (2025). Tourism use and management of archaeological resources associated with the “Ruta de la Guerra de Castas”: opportunities and threats of community‑based tourism. PASOS. Revista de Turismo Y Patrimonio Cultural, 23(2), 449–464. https://doi.org/10.25145/j.pasos.2025.23.030