World Heritage Site: Qhapaq Ñan, Andean Road System
Publication Year: 2019
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHEB4A8E2174F
Summary
On July 14, the Museo Amazónico Andino Qhapaq Ñan - Quillabamba (MAAQ) was inaugurated in La Convención Province, marking a significant milestone for cultural heritage preservation in Peru. The museum serves as an educational hub focused on the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Qhapaq Ñan, the extensive Andean road system that once connected vast territories during the Inca Empire. By integrating indigenous knowledge and historical artifacts, MAAQ aims to foster a deeper understanding of the region's rich cultural and ecological heritage. The initiative reflects a commitment to sustainable tourism and community engagement, offering visitors insights into the intricate network of Qhapaq Ñan while promoting conservation efforts in the Amazonian Andean landscape.
Citation
Tupayachi Calderón, V. (2019). Inauguración del Museo Amazónico Andino Qhapaq Ñan- Quillabamba. Illapa Mana Tukukuq, (9), 139. https://doi.org/10.31381/illapa.v0i9.1963
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