Summary
Research reveals that the rural housing landscape in the middle Guáitara River basin, Nariño, Colombia, reflects deep cultural and historical influences shaped by both pre-Hispanic Pastos indigenous traditions and the Inca Qhapaq Ñan road system. This study identifies distinct typologies of rural dwellings, demonstrating how architectural forms, spatial organization, and technological adaptations have evolved over time while preserving heritage elements. By integrating interdisciplinary approaches—spanning architecture, geography, anthropology, sociology, and history—the research highlights how these housing structures embody the cosmovision and social-economic dynamics of local communities, contributing to a broader understanding of Qhapaq Ñan's cultural significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Citation
Sánchez, G. H., Afanador Hernández, C., & Castillo Valencia, W. A. (2017). Caracterización y tipificación de la vivienda rural en la cuenca media del río Guáitara, Nariño Caracterización espacial y tecnológica de la vivienda rural como parte de la valoración patrimonial del camino principal andino Qhapaq Ñan. Apuntes. Revista de Estudios Sobre Patrimonio Cultural, 29(1). https://doi.org/10.11144/javeriana.apu29-1.ctvr
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