Antonio is an architect and researcher currently based in London
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Antonio is an architect and researcher currently based in London
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Fieldwork conducted in the Atacama region focused on examining the impact of tourism in villages surrounding the Atacama Salt Flat. Discussions with representatives from the Tulor and Beter communities, including community leader Daniel Chinchilla, highlighted critical concerns such as excessive resource consumption, increased traffic in protected areas, and the destruction of cultural heritage.
In response, a proposal was developed to promote alternative tourism strategies centred on archaeological and land stewardship tours, alongside the creation of a workshop hostel. This initiative aimed to provide tools for the Tulor and Beter communities to manage their ancestral territory effectively, regaining control and access to archaeological and heritage sites.
Locals acknowledge tourism as a significant economic driver for the villages near Salar de Atacama. However, they emphasized the necessity for sustainable resource management and restructured spatial and labor practices. Such an approach is essential for preserving traditions and cultural heritage while ensuring economic opportunities are beneficial and minimally disruptive to the community.