Pukara, Mountain summit in Pacajes Province, Bolivia
Pukara is a mountain summit in Pacajes Province that rises to about 4,266 meters. It sits north of Anallajsi volcano and southwest of the Urqipi mountains within the Andes range.
This mountain held importance for early settlers in the Andean region. Its elevated position made it a strategic place for overlooking and controlling the surrounding territory.
The name Pukara comes from the Aymara language and means fortress. Several peaks in the region share this name, showing how important high places were to local communities.
The summit is accessible via established trails from the village of Pukara, located southeast of the mountain near the Jalsuri River. The high altitude requires acclimatization and proper equipment for alpine conditions.
The mountain sits at a geographical point where the Jalsuri and Achuta Rivers meet their courses in different directions. This location makes it a natural reference point in the high Andean landscape.
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