Huacshash, Mountain summit in Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru.
The Huacshash peak rises to 5,644 meters in elevation, forming part of a continuous mountain chain with steep slopes and exposed rock formations.
The mountain stands within the Huayhuash range, which received protected status in 2002 when the Peruvian Ministry of Agriculture established restrictions on mining activities.
The name Huacshash derives from Quechua language, where 'waqsa' refers to eye tooth, reflecting the indigenous naming practices of the Andean regions.
Climbers require proper acclimatization and technical equipment to reach the summit, with access routes available through the valleys near Huayllapa and Auquimarca villages.
The mountain contains visible marine fossils within its limestone structure, showing evidence of ancient oceanic formations that lifted during tectonic processes.
Elevation above the sea: 5,644 m
GPS coordinates: -10.41390,-76.97544
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:48
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