UNESCO WHS - Qhapaq Ñan, Andean Road System Postcard

UNESCO WHS Serie Qhapaq Ñan, Andean Road System - Puente del Inca, Mendoza Province This site is an extensive Inca communication, trade and defence network of roads covering 30‘000 km. Constructed by the Incas over several centuries, this network through one of the world’s most extreme geographical terrains linked the snow-capped peaks of the Andes to the coast, running through hot rainforests, fertile valleys and absolute deserts. It reached its maximum expansion in the 15th century. The Road System includes 273 component sites that were selected to highlight the social, political, architectural and engineering achievements of the network, along with its infrastructure for trade and accommodation, as well as sites of religious significance. UNESCO World Heritage Site in Argentina Name: Qhapaq Ñan, Andean Road System Site: Puente del Inca (Inca Bridge) Location: Mendoza Province Inscription: 2014 Category: Cultural (ii)(iii)(iv)(vi) Unesco Ref: 1459-001 - 013 Special Feature: The card has a QR-Code on the backside to navigate for more Informationas about the side