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PENTUR (Peru’s National Tourism Strategic Plan) has revealed its five year plan to transform the archaeological fortress, Kuelap, located in northern Peru, into a leading tourism destination. Kuelap will undergo a series of improvements and restorations that will enhance the historical attractions of the country’s Northeast tourism circuit which encompasses the states of Amazonas, Cajamarca, Lambayeque and La Libertad and help to draw adventure seekers.

The most significant improvement to the iconic jewel of Kuelap will be the installation of a cable car that will reduce the time it takes travellers to get to the fortress from three hours to thirty minutes. In addition, the roadways, sewage system, signage, accommodations and walkways in the neighbouring cities in the Alto Utcubamba Valley where Kuelap is located, will be upgraded and renovated to further improve visitors’ stays. Environmental improvements to the surrounding areas of the fortress, restoration of previously deforested areas and rezoning efforts will also be part of the transformation.

The Kuelap fortress, situated in the district of Tingo in the Luya province of the Amazon region, was built by the Chachapoyas culture who inhabited the area in 550 AD. The expansive six hectares fortress is equipped with three defensive platforms and three narrow entrances that can only be crossed one person at time for strategic control of enemy infiltration. The fortress is also protected by a grandiose 20 meter high wall that surrounds the complex which was used as a safeguard by the Chachapoyas culture. The fortress’ main structures are its Main Entrance, East Wall, North Tower and 45 circular buildings.

Globe Trekker: Peru Situated on the northwest corner of South America, the Peruvian Andes contrast dramatically with the lush tropical rain forests making Peru one of the most geographically and culturally diverse countries on earth.Traveler Neil Gibson starts his adventure in Peru’;s capital Lima. From there he travels north to trek through the glaciers from the Andean city of Huaraz. Via the surfing town of Trujula, he moves into the Amazon and explores the abundant rain forest wildlife. Taking a flight south he ends his journey in the Inca capital of Cuzco.