ARS Progetti has been awarded the assignment to carry out the new Carrying Capacity and Acceptable Change Limit Study for the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, promoted by Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR) in coordination with the Ministry of Culture and SERNANP.
The study is currently underway and aims to provide updated technical and scientific evidence to support the sustainable management of one of the world’s most significant cultural and natural heritage destinations.
The assignment addresses one of the key challenges facing Machu Picchu: finding the right balance between heritage conservation and visitor access, while also taking into account tourism flows, infrastructure, environmental protection and the overall quality of the visitor experience.
Through this project, ARS Progetti will contribute its expertise in heritage conservation, sustainable tourism and destination management to support the long-term protection and responsible use of this exceptional UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The study represents an important opportunity to strengthen the integration of tourism planning and heritage conservation, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient management model for Machu Picchu.