Lost and Found in the Cueva de las Manos in Argentina

A groundbreaking open letter to the people of Cueva de las Manos, Río Pinturas, Argentina, sheds light on the cultural and historical significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The study reveals the intricate relationship between the site's rock art, its natural environment, and the indigenous communities that have inhabited the region for millennia. By integrating geospatial analysis with ethnographic insights, the research offers a nuanced understanding of how these communities have preserved their heritage while navigating modern challenges. This approach not only highlights the importance of Cueva de las Manos as a living cultural landscape but also serves as a model for sustainable conservation practices in similar sites worldwide.

Duru, A. (2015). Lost and Found in the Cueva de las Manos in Argentina. GeoHumanities, 1(1), 179–184. https://doi.org/10.1080/2373566x.2015.1071673