Sacyr's Blog

The Stone of El Peñol is one of the largest rocks on the planet. It can be climbed using the so-called "stairway to heaven" that runs up one side. We look at how this extraordinary natural phenomenon was formed and how it has become an iconic tourist attraction in Colombia.

Machu Picchu has withstood powerful earthquakes for centuries. This is partly due to a masonry technique used by the Incas, which consisted of cutting the stones and fitting them together without mortar. The result is one of the most fascinating archaeological sites on the planet.

The San Francisco church in Chile has stood for more than 400 years and has withstood around 15 major earthquakes. The study of such structures can help shape new sustainable and resilient designs. Here we explore how ancient techniques are inspiring modern architecture.

Moon soil is called regolith and is currently undergoing test-outs to make materials such as concrete, metals, ceramics, and composites.