Ancoraimes, Vestiges of the “Qhapaq Ñan” and Pre-Inca Tradition in Bolivia

A segment of the Qhapaq Ñan, or Great Inca Road, in Bolivia's Ancoraimes region, persists as both a physical and cultural axis for Aymara communities. Despite significant deterioration from vegetation changes, waste accumulation, and climatic stressors, the road retains its symbolic and functional relevance, serving as a living space for rituals and collective gatherings that reinforce social cohesion and territorial identity. This study highlights the urgent need for conservation measures to protect this UNESCO-listed heritage site while engaging local communities in its preservation.

Gantier, M. (2026). Ancoraimes, Vestiges of the “Qhapaq Ñan” and Pre-Inca Tradition in Bolivia. Humanities and Social Sciences, 14(3), 215–224. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.hss.20261403.13