Juan Carlos Mántaras

Juan Carlos Mántaras is an architect known for his significant contributions to the preservation of cultural heritage in Uruguay. He initiated the process to declare the Santa Teresa National Park a national historical monument over twenty years ago, and has been a vocal advocate for the protection of the park against inappropriate development. Mántaras has expressed concerns regarding the management of the park and the potential threats posed by large-scale construction projects, emphasizing the need for expert oversight to ensure the conservation of this important site.