PROMPERÚ, the technical entity for the promotion of Tourism, Exports, and Investments of MINCETUR, shares the statement of the Decentralized Directorate of Culture of Cusco of the Ministry of Culture.

STATEMENT

The Ministry of Culture, through the Decentralized Directorate of Culture of Cusco, addresses the public opinion to inform as follows:

1.         The reopening of the Machupicchu Sanctuary is set, starting on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, under the same conditions, schedules, and circuits established, after making the commitment jointly with the institutions that comprise the Machupicchu Management Unit (UGM), municipal authorities of Machupicchu and Ollantaytambo, directors of the Chamber of Commerce and leaders of social organizations, to guarantee the security of the monument, and transportation services, thus, visitors can enjoy the experience of the visit.

2.         For this purpose, the Head of Machupicchu National Archaeological Park has been requested to adopt the pertinent measures for the attention of visitors.

3.         This decision reaffirms the importance to opt for dialogue and peace, under the articulated work of the authorities with the population, which requires the resumption of cultural activities and the economic reactivation of Cusco.

Cusco, February 14, 2023

MINISTRY OF CULTURE

DECENTRALIZED DIRECTORATE

OF CULTURE OF CUSCO