Yuraqqucha

Yuraqqucha reaches an elevation of 5,100 meters in the Andes mountains, standing between the regions of Lima and Junín at coordinates -11.5734751, -76.2186974.

The mountain's name originates from Quechua language elements, with 'yuraq' meaning 'to smell' and 'qucha' translating to 'lake' in the ancient Incan tongue.

Indigenous communities near Yuraqqucha maintain traditional practices and ceremonies that connect them to the mountain's natural elements and high-altitude environment.

Mountaineers accessing Yuraqqucha require proper altitude acclimatization and technical climbing equipment due to the challenging terrain and extreme elevation conditions.

The mountain sits near multiple lakes and peaks, including Waqraqucha lake and Antikuna pass, creating a network of connected natural formations in the region.

Elevation above the sea: 5,100 m

GPS coordinates: -11.57348,-76.21870

Latest update: April 2, 2025 14:20