The National Water Authority (ANA) has revoked the temporary authorization that allowed the company San Antonio de Torontoy to use the marginal strip of the Vilcanota River as parking for its tourist buses in Machupicchu Pueblo, Cusco. The decision is based on the fact that this activity is not considered a public service and lacks the necessary authorizations.
In response to this measure, the company has expressed its intention to appeal to all instances to reverse the ruling. Daniel Quispe Baca, manager of San Antonio de Torontoy, defended the use of the space, arguing that it was only used for parking and that there were no construction plans in the area. Edwar Martínez, the company’s legal advisor, described the action as “unjust” and stated that they have voluntarily withdrawn without the need for police intervention.
Furthermore, he mentioned that the improper use of this space could affect tourism in the region, especially following warnings from New Seven Wonders about the risk of losing the World Wonder status for Machu Picchu. The situation has generated distrust among tourists, although it has not impacted the flow of visitors, according to local reports.
Meanwhile, the police are maintaining surveillance in the area to prevent new irregular occupations, following the withdrawal of a group that had invaded the Machu Picchu sanctuary. For more details on the situation, you can consult the related news about the Public Ministry’s investigation into the invasions in the area.
