Overview

• New7Wonders says Machu Picchu’s “credibility” as a New 7 Wonders site is threatened by overtourism, limited conservation policies and social conflicts.
• The organization told CNN it is premature to discuss removal from the list and said an official adviser in Peru is ready to help implement short- and long-term solutions.
• Recent protests over transport concessions blocked access and stranded travelers, with authorities evacuating more than 1,400 visitors before a 72-hour suspension of demonstrations.
• Peru’s Ministry of Commerce and Tourism scheduled meetings with national tourism associations to seek a consensual response to the current situation.
• UNESCO’s World Heritage status remains unaffected, with Peru’s Culture Ministry noting the site is not on the danger list and citing July praise for management improvements, as visitor numbers are projected to exceed 1.5 million in 2025.