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Geobiocultural Landscape Kitu examines the relationship between ancestral culture and the cultural landscape of Quito, Ecuador, in light of the 2008 Constitution and the UNESCO principles on cultural diversity. It highlights the importance of understanding the connection between nature and society, advocating an ethical approach towards sustainable development. The authors explore the pre-Hispanic history of Quito, highlighting the resistance of its culture to Eurocentric influence. Archaeoastronomic, geobiological and geopoint aspects of the landscape are analyzed, revealing the cultural richness of the region. Finally, three historical-cultural sites are identified as examples of the importance of preserving cultural identity.
The book proposes a new narrative that integrates ancestral knowledge with contemporary needs, in search of a more enriching identity destiny for the community.