By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/peru-reopens-machu-picchu-after-agreement-with-protesters Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Peru reopens Machu Picchu after agreement with protesters World Feb 15, 2023 7:55 PM EDT LIMA, Peru (AP) — Peru’s Machu Picchu, an Inca-era stone citadel nestled in its southeastern jungle, reopened on Wednesday after being closed nearly a month ago amid antigovernment protests, the culture ministry announced. Agreements were made between authorities, social groups and the local tourism industry to guarantee the security of the famed tourist attraction and transport services. Protests calling for the resignation of President Dina Boluarte and members of Peru’s Congress have shaken the region, including Cuzco, for more than two months. The demonstrations caused a blockade of the train tracks leading to the stone citadel. READ MORE: Political turmoil in Peru threatens decades of relative financial stability The protests have led to 60 deaths: 48 are civilians who died in clashes with the security forces; 11 civilians killed in traffic accidents related to road blockades; and one policeman who died inside a patrol car when it was set on fire, according to data from the Ombudsman’s Office. The closure of Machu Picchu, on Jan. 21, forced the government to airlift more than 400 tourists from Machu Picchu to the city of Cusco by helicopter. Machu Picchu was built by the Incas in the 15th century as a religious sanctuary high in Andes Mountains. We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
LIMA, Peru (AP) — Peru’s Machu Picchu, an Inca-era stone citadel nestled in its southeastern jungle, reopened on Wednesday after being closed nearly a month ago amid antigovernment protests, the culture ministry announced. Agreements were made between authorities, social groups and the local tourism industry to guarantee the security of the famed tourist attraction and transport services. Protests calling for the resignation of President Dina Boluarte and members of Peru’s Congress have shaken the region, including Cuzco, for more than two months. The demonstrations caused a blockade of the train tracks leading to the stone citadel. READ MORE: Political turmoil in Peru threatens decades of relative financial stability The protests have led to 60 deaths: 48 are civilians who died in clashes with the security forces; 11 civilians killed in traffic accidents related to road blockades; and one policeman who died inside a patrol car when it was set on fire, according to data from the Ombudsman’s Office. The closure of Machu Picchu, on Jan. 21, forced the government to airlift more than 400 tourists from Machu Picchu to the city of Cusco by helicopter. Machu Picchu was built by the Incas in the 15th century as a religious sanctuary high in Andes Mountains. We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now