Tauja

The Tauja mountain rises to an elevation of 4,039 meters, featuring steep slopes bordered by the Huancamayo River and Vilcanota River valleys.

The Inca civilization utilized Tauja's strategic position as an observation point to monitor movements across the Sacred Valley during their territorial control.

Local indigenous communities maintain traditional farming methods and craft production near Tauja, creating textiles and goods according to ancestral techniques.

Visitors require proper altitude acclimatization and weather-appropriate gear when attempting to reach Tauja's summit through established hiking trails.

The mountain's geographical position between two rivers creates distinct microclimates that support specialized high-altitude plant species.

Elevation above the sea: 4,039.8 m

GPS coordinates: -13.53445,-71.72083

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:48