Heritage Peru plans ‘second Machu Picchu’ in Chachapoya
Peruvian officials are planning to create a historical site to rival that of Machu Picchu, in the form of one of its best kept secrets – the Chachapoya ruins of the northern “cloud people”. While Machu Picchu has been on the
tourist map for many visitors to Peru, Chachapoya is largely unexplored by most foreigners, save some adventurous backpackers. But the government plans to change that and ease traffic off its crown jewel of Machu Picchu – which has been at risk from increased footfall – and increase traffic to the northern Amazonas region of the country. In the government plan, a cultural
heritage site known as Kuelap will act as the centrepiece of a “second Machu Picchu”, with use of surrounding sites dating back to the 9th century. Such sites remain largely unexplored
due to inaccessibility, but in the govern- ment’s plan, a cable car system will be built to allow easy public access to the area, which sits on the top of a mountain ridge in the “cloud forest”. “Kuelap could be a second Machu Picchu, easily,” said Peru’s President
Chachapoya remains largely unexplored due to a lack of easy access and awareness
Ollanta Humala. “With Kuelap, we can create a tourist circuit that will be as competitive as the south.” Set to open in 2016, the $18m (£12m,
€15.2m) cable car system be able to transport 1,000 passengers per hour.
Telecabinas Kuelap SA – a consortium
formed by the French firm Pomagalski SAS and Lima-based Ingenieros Civiles y Contratistas Generales SA – will work on developing the site and cable car system. Details:
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Jurassica attraction to put Dorset on the map Egypt’s government sees heritage as a top priority
Egypt banks on art and heritage for prosperity
The Egyptian government is hoping to reinvigorate its art and heritage sector through heavy investment into the renovation and restoration of its historical cultural sites and institutions. Beyond backing projects – such as
the ongoing renovation of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo – the government is looking to protect its existing treasures, recently calling on UNESCO in a bid to help preserve the nation’s heritage and strengthen and develop its museum culture, amidst widespread chaos. Details:
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The £80m ($121m, €104.4m) Jurassica dino- saur attraction proposed for a limestone quarry in Dorset, UK, could generate £20m ($30.3m, €26.1m) for the local economy every year, according to the charity behind the planned attraction. If the plans go ahead, the
attraction is estimated to bring in 960,000 visitors annually. The subterranean geological park – backed and supported by Sir David Attenborough, the Eden Project’s Sir Tim Smit and science writer Michael Hanlon – could be ready by 2020, creating more than 150 permanent positions. “Jurassica has the
ability to capture people’s imagination and is a powerful concept. Funders are individuals and businesses who love
Sir David Attenborough is backing the plans for the Jurassica attraction
the idea, or who see the potential for Dorset,” said Hanlon. “Jurassica will create jobs and put Dorset on the global map; a real focus that will drive tourism upwards and pour more than £20m into the county’s businesses every year.” The 40-metre (132-
foot) deep Yeolands quarry will be given a 103-metre
(340-foot) glass roof – with designs by architect Renzo Piano – and will house swimming robot plesiosaurs, fossils and interactive displays. Engineering firm Arup, management consultancy Oliver Wyman and exhibit designer David Lazenby are also involved in the project. Details:
http://lei.sr?a=T3N2N_A
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