Ccarhuarazo (Ayacucho) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ccarhuarazo |
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| Elevation | 5,112 m (16,772 ft) |
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 Ccarhuarazo
Location in Peru
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| Location | Peru, Ayacucho Region |
| Parent range | Andes |
Ccarhuarazo is a tall volcano located in the Andes mountains of Peru. It stands about 5,112 meters (16,772 feet) high. This impressive peak is found in the Ayacucho Region of Peru.
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What is Ccarhuarazo?
Ccarhuarazo is known as a volcano. Even though it is a volcano, it is also a mountain. It is part of the long Andes mountain range. The Andes stretch across many countries in South America.
How tall is Ccarhuarazo?
This mountain reaches a height of 5,112 meters. That's like stacking over 13 Eiffel Towers on top of each other! Its high peak is often covered in snow and ice.
Where is Ccarhuarazo Located?
Ccarhuarazo is in the country of Peru. Specifically, it is in the Ayacucho Region. This region is in the southern part of Peru.
Specific Location Details
The mountain is found in two different provinces. It is partly in the Lucanas Province, in the Chipao District. It is also partly in the Sucre Province, in the Soras District. This means it sits on the border between these areas.
The Name of Ccarhuarazo
The name Ccarhuarazo comes from the Quechua language. Quechua is spoken by many native people in Peru. The word qarwa can mean a leaf worm or larva. It can also mean pale, yellowish, or golden.
Meaning of "Rasu"
The word rasu in Ancash Quechua means snow or ice. It also refers to a mountain with snow. So, Ccarhuarazo might mean "pale, yellowish, or golden mountain with snow." This name likely describes its appearance.
See also
- Volcanoes of Peru
- Mountains of Peru
- In Spanish: Ccarhuarazo para niños
Images for kids
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A view of Ccarhuarazo mountain.
