Choquequirao Reopening — Communities Organize the Effort

Communities of Choquequirao organize for the reopening of the route

The Choquequirao Archaeological Park, one of the most impressive destinations in Peru, is currently closed. However, local communities have taken the initiative to restore the access route to enable the reopening of Choquequirao. At a recent meeting, it was agreed to hold a large community faena (collective work session) on March 27 and 28, with the participation of residents, tour guides, and muleteers.

This collective effort is fundamental, since the Ministry of Culture has requested that the faena be completed before authorizing the reopening of Choquequirao. It is expected that, once the work is concluded, the site will be able to receive visitors again during the first week of April.

The importance of community work

In Andean communities, the faena is an ancestral tradition based on solidarity and shared effort. In this case, the main goal is to enable the route for the reopening of Choquequirao, ensuring that the path is in optimal condition to receive travelers. The work will include cleaning and repairing trails, improving infrastructure, and restoring bridges affected by the rains.

The inhabitants of the area have demonstrated their commitment to the conservation of the site, understanding that the reopening of Choquequirao will benefit not only tourism but also the local economy, which depends largely on visitors who arrive each year.

A call for collaboration and sustainable tourism

Community authorities and the organizers of the faena invite all those who wish to join this effort, whether through direct work or through logistical support. They also call on future tourists to practice responsible tourism, respecting the natural environment and the historical legacy of the site.

With this initiative, it is hoped that the reopening of Choquequirao will be carried out successfully, allowing travelers to once again marvel at this archaeological treasure.

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