A total of 14 Inca terraces located in the sector of Choquelluska at the archaeological site of Salapunku, within the National Archaeological Park of
Machu Picchu, have been restored by experts from the Decentralized Culture Directorate (DDC) in Cusco, after 44 months of hard work.
The information was confirmed by the head of DDC-Cusco, Maritza Rosa Candia, who noted that the work entailed an investment of more than S/7.422 billion (about US$1.972 billion).
The work included archaeological research, the conservation of pre-Hispanic structures, the adaptation of the natural environment, and the mitigation of risks to cope with erosion.
In the latter case, 160 linear meters of river defense have been restored and irrigation water pipe laying works have been implemented.
The restored terraces include walls of different dimensions, in both height and width. They are made of granite stone and slaty schist and were joined with mud mortar. Besides, they are made of rustic masonry and have a regular alignment that goes from east to west.
Such stone platforms were built to stabilize uneven terrain and for agricultural crops.
For her part, the project resident archaeologist, Virginia Quispe, explained that the restoration and enhancement process included an extensive archaeological research program that uncovered canals, stairways, and ceramic fragments from the Inca period.
The restoration work was carried out by the Work Functional Area at the cultural entity, which transferred the work to the Office of the National Archaeological Park of Machu Picchu, for its conservation and public use by locals and visitors.
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Publicado: 30/3/2023