This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Villagers harvest salt from five-century-old family ponds using an ancient Quechua principle of collective labor ...
Ancient origins: The Maras salt mines were first developed by the Wari civilization between 500 and 1100 AD, later expanded by the Incas. Living tradition: Over 3,000 salt ponds are still owned and ...
CUSCO, Peru – When Uriel plans his work schedule late in summer near his village in the Peruvian mountains, his first decision is usually which friend’s salt pond he will work that day. In keeping ...