Linzor, Stratovolcano in Antofagasta Region, Chile.
Linzor is a stratovolcano rising to about 5,400 meters in the southern Andes on the border between Chile and Bolivia. Its distinctive conical shape formed through repeated eruptions that left steep flanks and a well-defined summit.
The volcano formed roughly 30 million years ago through the subduction of the Nazca Plate beneath the South American continental plate. This geological activity shaped the entire Andean region and led to the formation of a volcanic chain.
The mountain served as a sacred site for Inca peoples who left offerings and conducted ceremonies on its slopes. Traces of these ritual practices from pre-Columbian times remain visible today.
The remote location requires specialized guidance and personal preparation such as acclimatization to the altitude and sturdy equipment. Access is only feasible during the drier months when the routes are passable.
The Rio Toconce river system originates on the southern slopes of the mountain, an important water source in this dry region. This river crosses the Atacama and eventually feeds the Loa River with fresh water.
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