Ancient Three-Dimensional Rock Mural Unearthed in Peru Raises Mysteries About a Lost Civilization 3,000 Years Ago
“All of this involves extra expenses, and we do not have that budget.”
Mauricio stressed the importance of preserving sites like this, both for scientific and cultural purposes. Preservation could also provide an economic benefit for local communities. However, without official boundaries, the site is essentially fair game for farmland expansion that could destroy its ancient structures.
“This is happening because the site does not have an official boundary set by the Ministry of Culture,” Mauricio said. “Even though we have been warning about this situation since the first day we found signs of damage, the issue still has not been addressed by the authorities.”
While she and her team continue their work at the site, Mauricio said that looting and invasive agriculture might stop — for the time being. After that, however, Huaca Yolanda’s future is up in the air.
After reading about the mural found at Huaca Yolanda and the conservation crisis at the site, learn about Peru’s mysterious Nazca Lines. Then, dive into the mystery of who really built Machu Picchu.
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