Mine Not Yours | Ep. 68

Overview:

Host Ashish Sanghrajka and guide Cristian Vera explore the clash between development and Indigenous heritage in Peru.

From ancient pottery found in backyards to families displaced from protected lands, this conversation reveals the challenges facing ancestral territories.

Cristian, of Dominican descent with ancestors who lost their land, brings a personal perspective to this global crisis.

Connect with Cristian Vera:
Instagram: @crisvera230

Topics:

  • Peru holds 31,000+ archaeological sites—yet only a fraction are protected and researched
  • Rural families seeking opportunity often occupy protected lands, leading to forced displacement
  • Workers excavating sacred sites earn just $200-250/month—poverty threatens people and heritage alike
  • Sustainable tourism can fund education, land protection, and community support across Peru
  • Beyond Machu Picchu lies untapped potential—from Sacred Valley to Peruvian Patagonia

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