Illiniza volcano, Volcanic peaks in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador.
The Illiniza consists of two volcanic summits rising to 5,248 meters for Illiniza Sur and 5,126 meters for Illiniza Norte, separated by a one-kilometer saddle.
The first ascent of Illiniza Sur occurred in May 1880 by Jean-Antoine and Louis Carrel, while Nicolás Martínez and Alejandro Villavicencio reached Illiniza Norte in March 1912.
The name Illiniza derives from the Kunza language meaning masculine hill, reflecting the deep connection between local indigenous communities and the mountain landscape.
Climbers can access both peaks from a mountain refuge located between them, which provides basic facilities including gas stoves and bunk beds for overnight stays.
Illiniza Sur presents permanent glacial conditions requiring technical climbing skills, while Illiniza Norte offers more accessible rock climbing routes for mountaineers.
GPS coordinates: -0.64923,-78.72036
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:25
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