Overview

• Peru’s Ombudsman reported a 72-hour pause in demonstrations, enabling PeruRail to reopen the line between Aguas Calientes and the citadel.
• Authorities evacuated about 1,400 visitors overnight and later airlifted 156 more, while some trekked out during the shutdown.
• The dispute centers on replacing Consettur’s expired bus concession, with local groups demanding inclusion and transparency in the bidding process.
• The U.S. Embassy urged travelers to avoid large gatherings and noted that evacuations proceeded by rail and on foot when conditions allowed.
• Visitor pressure continues to rise, with the culture minister expecting over 1.5 million arrivals in 2025, reinforcing the management concerns flagged by New7Wonders.