Huascaran Earns Level 4 Tourism Status, Reaching the Top Tier of Peru’s Tourism

Huascarán National Park is located in Áncash. It has now been awarded Level 4 Tourist Hierarchy status. This is the highest award given by Mincetur to a tourist destination. With this decision, the park joins the group of 15 key destinations in Peru, alongside Machu Picchu, the Nasca Lines, and the Amazon River.

The recognition was recorded in Vice-Ministerial Resolution No. 002-2026-MINCETUR-VMT. First, experts reviewed data and rules in a very demanding technical evaluation. Then, Sernanp and Dircetur Áncash worked together and presented clear evidence to show that Huascarán meets the standards and adds value to the country’s tourism.

This ranking not only brings prestige, but also seeks to help nearby communities. As a result, more tourists from abroad are expected to arrive, and that money will improve local life without damaging the ecosystem. In addition, the authorities want responsible tourism that cares for the landscape and respects the culture of the region during each visit.

Ecological and Geographical Importance

Huascarán National Park protects the heart of the Cordillera Blanca. This mountain range is the highest and most extensive tropical mountain range in the world. In addition, within the park there are more than 600 glaciers and some 300 lagoons that originate from the ice. There are also 27 peaks over 6,000 meters high, including the snow-capped Huascarán, which is the highest point in Peru, attracting mountaineers, scientists, and travelers from many countries.

UNESCO had already recognized the value of this place years ago. First, it named it a Biosphere Reserve in 1977. Then, it declared it a Natural World Heritage Site in 1985. In doing so, UNESCO highlighted that the park helps to conserve tropical mountains and protects a wide variety of life.

Recognition and Tourism Positioning

With a Level 4 Tourism Hierarchy rating, Huascarán has established itself as one of the country’s top destinations. It is now on a par with famous sites such as Machu Picchu and the Nasca Lines. However, it stands out not only for its natural beauty, but also because it can attract quality tourism that respects the environment and supports the local people in a consistent and fair manner. This step is therefore part of Mincetur’s plan to select and promote Peru’s most important tourist resources to the world.

Source: infobae.com