CARAL THE SOCIAL HISTORY DISSEMINATION OF OUTREACH OF CULTURAL HERITAGE

The Zona Arqueológica Caral , in parallel with its research and conservation works also prepares visiting tours in the archaeological sites, it organizes events and museographic exhibitions for the dissemination of the historical and cultural values of the Caral

Civilization, and it is in charge of implementing an adequate visit infrastructure in the relevant archaeological sites – as well a maintaining and updating it periodically- to successfully share the social history with visitors of the Sacred City and other archaeo- logical sites open to tourism. It prepares and edits illustrated publications, as well as scientific and cultural articles and bulletins; it organizes annual cultural events (anniversaries) in the archaeological sites to appreciate the material and immaterial culture of the Caral civilization and, above all, to engage civil society and local, provincial and regional authorities to preserve the archaeological heritage for the benefit of future generations.

In the Sacred City of Caral, the Zona Arqueológica Caral has implemented infrastructure and services for visitors, including a visiting tour with bilingual information boards, a visitor reception center, an interpretation center, etc. In addition, the Zona Arqueológica Caral has promoted the Community Museum Network program by enhancing the Supe Community Museum in the municipality of Supe District.