Inca Trail Machu Picchu | Salkantay trek Operator

The Maras Salt Mines, located in the impressive Sacred Valley of the Incas in Cusco , Peru, are a living testimony to the rich cultural heritage and antiquity of this region. These salt mines, known locally as "Salineras de Maras" are terraced salt mines that have been in operation for centuries, long before the arrival of the Incas. In this article, we will explore the history, the salt production process, the cultural and economic importance of the Salineras de Maras and their amazing antiquity compared to the Inca empire, the Tahuantisuyo. Salinera de Maras History of the salt mines The Salineras de Maras have a history that dates back to pre-Inca times. They were built by local communities long before the Incas arrived in this region of the Peruvian Andes. The tradition of extracting salt from the terraces in Maras has been passed down from generation to generation over the centuries. When the Incas expanded their empire, they recognized the value of the Maras salt pan