Huamanchoque

Huamanchoque rises to an elevation of 5,156 meters in the Urubamba mountain range of the Andes, located north of the Vilcanota River in Cusco Region.

The mountain stands as a geographical marker in the ancient Inca territory, serving as a natural boundary within the Calca Province since pre-Columbian times.

The name derives from Quechua language elements referring to a falcon and precious metal, reflecting the indigenous naming patterns of the Andean peaks.

Travelers can access the summit through the Lares trek route in the Cancha Cancha valley, with the town of Huayllabamba serving as the nearest base point.

The mountain forms part of a natural complex alongside Sahuasiray and Condorhuachana peaks, creating a distinct geographical formation in the Sacred Valley.

GPS coordinates: -13.25738,-72.01188

Latest update: March 10, 2025 05:09