Adams Morgan in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
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Development of the Colca Valley
40th Anniversary of the First Descent of the Colca Canyon in Peru
— Canoandes '79 —
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 12, 2022
1. Development of the Colca Valley Marker
Inscription.
Development of the Colca Valley. 40th Anniversary of the First Descent of the Colca Canyon in Peru. The first crossing of the Colca Canyon became not only an important achievement in the history of exploration, but also opened up the canyon and its beauty to the world. This, in turn, contributed to the acceleration of the economic and social development throughout the entire region. The Colca Valley, which for centuries was a poor land isolated from civilization, has now become the tourist attraction all of Peru, second only to Machu Picchu. As the Peruvians themselves attest, tourism is quickly replacing agriculture as its main source of revenue. The Colca is visited by more than 200,000 people annually. Consequently, tourism and infrastructure are both gradually expanding and the quality of life of the region's inhabitants is rapidly improving. Social development, including education, is creating new life perspectives for young people in the region.
The first crossing of the Colca Canyon became not only an important achievement in the history of exploration, but also opened up the canyon and its beauty to the world. This, in turn, contributed to the acceleration of the economic and social development throughout the entire region. The Colca Valley, which for centuries was a poor land isolated from civilization, has now become the tourist attraction all of Peru, second only to Machu Picchu. As the Peruvians themselves attest, tourism is quickly replacing agriculture as its main source of revenue. The Colca is visited by more than 200,000 people annually. Consequently, tourism and infrastructure are both gradually expanding and the quality of life of the region's inhabitants is rapidly improving. Social development, including education, is creating new life perspectives for young people in the region.
Erected by Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in New York; The Explorers Club; Ministry of Culture, National Heritage and Sport of the Republic of Poland.
This marker has been replaced by another marker nearby. It was located near 38° 55.482′ N, 77° 2.198′ W. Marker was in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It was in Adams Morgan. Marker was on 16th Street Northwest just south of Fuller Street Northwest, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Washington DC 20009, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 12, 2022
2. 40th Anniversary of the First Descent of the Colca Canyon in Peru Exhibit
Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 12, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 78 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on January 12, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
