Rajuntay

Rajuntay rises to an elevation of 5,477 meters above sea level, featuring steep slopes covered in snow and glacial formations throughout the year.

The mountain received its first documented ascent in 1900, marking the beginning of recorded mountaineering activities in this section of the Andes range.

Local communities near Rajuntay maintain traditional Andean practices, including ceremonies that acknowledge the mountain's role in their daily lives.

Mountaineers require technical climbing equipment, high-altitude experience, and proper acclimatization before attempting to reach the summit of Rajuntay.

The mountain's name translates to 'coupled snow' in reference to its permanent ice formations and specific geological characteristics in the La Viuda range.

Location: Junin Department

Elevation above the sea: 5,530 m

GPS coordinates: -11.54251,-76.24545

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:15