Chullpiri

Chullpiri is a mountain summit in the Cordillera Real range that rises to approximately 5,000 meters and features glacial formations with steep rocky terrain. The peak sits near Lake Poopó and dominates the landscape of Sebastián Pagador Province.

The name comes from the Aymara language and refers to 'chullpa', ancient funerary towers built by pre-Columbian civilizations in this region. These burial structures show the long human history in the Bolivian highlands.

Aymara communities in the surrounding valleys practice traditional farming and herding of llamas at high altitudes, shaping daily life in this mountainous region. These activities are visible throughout the landscape and show how people have adapted to living in such extreme conditions.

Climbers should bring specialized mountaineering equipment and acclimatize properly to the altitude, as the summit presents technical climbing challenges. The route requires experience and careful planning to reach the top safely.

The summit offers unobstructed views of the Anta Qullu valley and neighboring peaks Wila Sirka and Sirk'i, which shape the southeastern mountain complex. This rare vantage point reveals the complexity of the landscape in this remote area.

GPS coordinates: -18.97737,-66.63995

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:27