Phaq'u Q'awa, Mountain summit in Sajama National Park, Bolivia
Located in the Cordillera Occidental of the Andes, Phaq'u Q'awa reaches an elevation of 5,331 meters above sea level at coordinates -18.091641, -69.069645.
The mountain features multiple recorded names throughout history, including Pacocahua and Pajojañua, reflecting the evolving documentation of Andean geographical locations.
The name derives from Aymara language elements, where phaq'u indicates light brown or reddish color, while q'awa refers to a small river or crevice.
Three rivers originate near Phaq'u Q'awa, with the Kunturiri flowing along the northern slopes toward Chile, providing essential water resources for the region.
The mountain ranks nineteenth among 694 peaks in Oruro Department and ninth among 23 summits within Sajama National Park's recorded elevations.
GPS coordinates: -18.09168,-69.06955
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:36
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