Puncak Jaya, Mountain summit in Papua Province, Indonesia.
Puncak Jaya rises to 4,884 meters, making it the highest peak in Indonesia and the tallest mountain between the Himalayas and the Andes.
Dutch explorer Jan Carstenszoon first reported glaciers on the summit in 1623, though his observations remained unconfirmed for more than 200 years.
The mountain holds deep meaning for the Amungme people, who name it Nemangkawi Ninggok, translating to Peak of the White Arrow.
Climbers must obtain government permits and arrange professional mountain guides, porters, and specialized equipment for the technical rock climbing sections.
The limestone massif formed during the late Miocene period when the Australian and Pacific tectonic plates collided, creating this geological formation.
Location: Mimika
Elevation above the sea: 4,884 m
Made from material: limestone
Part of: Seven Summits
GPS coordinates: -4.07860,137.15861
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:11
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