Easter celebrations in Peru are emblematic expressions of the convergence of European influence and local spirituality, which create a very distinctive Andean religiosity. In 2022, the Holy Week celebrations in Ayacucho have been declared a National Cultural Heritage.
Titled "ICTs and the Challenges of 'Overtourism': Exploring the Case of Machupicchu", the School offers a unique opportunity to delve into the intricate dynamics between tourism, heritage and sustainability in iconic sites in Peru, and address them with the help of ICTs.
The program integrates lectures with immersive field experiences in Lima, Machupicchu, and the Sacred Valley of Cusco, with the goal of developing actionable proposals to address the sites' challenges while enhancing their heritage values and dissemination potential.
the UNESCO Chair in Anthropology of Health, Biosphere and Healing Systems of the University of Genoa (Italy), the UNESCO Chair on City, Landscape and Heritage of the University of Lima (Peru), and supported by the UNESCO office in Lima.
Experience Machupicchu guided by the 3 former site managers, who made its recent history. Dive into a traditional textile handicraft experience. Explore alternative Inca paths and sacred archeological sites within Machupicchu. Team up with three UNESCO Chairs to address emerging tourism issues.
To apply send a CV and a motivation letter to unescochair@usi.ch by 4.05.2025. There is only a limited number of places available. The fee is 1’990 USD including accommodation in double room, training program, two flights from Lima to Cusco and back, meals, transportations, entrance tickets.
