Given the impact of heavy rains on its structure, Kuelap — the emblematic pre-Hispanic archaeological complex located in the Amazonas region — has been declared in a state of emergency.
The measure was established through Resolution No. 000049-2026-VMPCIC/MC, issued by the Deputy Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Cultural Industries at the Ministry of Culture (Mincul).
The resolution was published in the Legal Regulations bulletin of the Official Gazette El Peruano on Thursday.
The archaeological complex is located in Luya province, Amazonas region, northern Peru. The state of emergency will remain in force for 60 days.
Grounds for the declaration
The resolution stated that Kuelap has been affected by heavy rains since December 2025.
As a result, various water infiltrations have occurred that could cause structural collapses, the resolution indicated.
In response, it has been determined that a system of shoring, support, and stabilization will be implemented for the perimeter walls of this archaeological complex.
"This will make it possible to address several of the problems identified in the complex's perimeter wall, covering 200 linear meters," the resolution indicated.
Likewise, the main access to Kuelap, its vault, and adjacent structures will undergo intervention in order to address problems such as the excessive visitor load.
Similarly, the resolution explained that the Kuelap Archaeological Research Program, developed since 2022 by the Ministry of Culture's Decentralized Directorate of Culture in Amazonas, does not have the budget necessary to carry out the preventive actions required in response to the rains.
These include the shoring of structures, specialized protective covering to withstand the rains, stabilization of mortar at the tops of walls, and the installation of drainage channels.
"The state of emergency will make it possible to obtain funding and expedite its execution, as occurred in 2022 following the collapses at the monument," the resolution stated.
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Published: 3/5/2026