Quri Ch'uma, Mountain summit in Kimsa Cruz range, Bolivia
Quri Ch'uma is a summit in the Kimsa Cruz range, rising to 5,312 meters in the heart of the Bolivian Andes. Its slopes consist of rocky terrain and steep drops typical of high-altitude mountains.
The first documented ascent happened in 1911, marking the start of mountaineering activity in this section of the Kimsa Cruz range. Since then, the mountain has drawn repeated attempts from climbers.
The name comes from Aymara language, where 'quri' means gold and 'ch'uma' means to filter. These words reflect the local linguistic traditions of Andean communities.
Access usually starts from the municipalities of Quime or Cairoma, where routes lead toward the summit. Visitors need to acclimatize to the altitude and bring specialized climbing gear, as the ascent is demanding.
The summit offers views across multiple ecological zones of the Andes, from glacial formations to alpine grasslands. This side-by-side contrast of ecosystems reveals the extreme diversity of the high mountain environment.
GPS coordinates: -16.89608,-67.45202
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:31
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