Cayambe, Stratovolcano in Cordillera Central, Ecuador.
Located 70 kilometers northeast of Quito, Cayambe rises to an elevation of 5,790 meters with a permanent snow cap and extensive ice fields.
British mountaineer Edward Whymper completed the first recorded ascent of Cayambe in 1880, accompanied by Italian guides Jean-Antoine and Louis Carrel.
The name Cayambe originates from the Quichua word Cahan, translating to high cold place, reflecting the native understanding of this mountain.
The Ruales Oleas Berge refuge at 4,700 meters provides overnight accommodation for climbers preparing to ascend through moderate to steep inclines.
The southern slope marks the highest point on Earth crossed by the Equator, making it the only snow-covered location along this global parallel.
Location: Cayambe Canton
Location: Pichincha Province
Elevation above the sea: 5,790 m
GPS coordinates: 0.02516,-77.98896
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:24
Ecuador contains photographic subjects from Quito's colonial streets to Galápagos Islands landscapes. The country features architectural monuments, volcanoes, crater lakes, waterfalls and national parks. Locations include the National Vow Basilica, Cotopaxi Volcano, Quilotoa Lake and cultural centers like Otavalo Market.
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