Jatun Wila Qullu facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jatun Wila Qullu |
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 Jatun Wila Qullu
Location in Bolivia
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| Elevation | 5,214 m (17,106 ft) |
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| Location | Bolivia, Oruro Department, Challapata Province |
| Parent range | Andes |
Jatun Wila Qullu is a tall mountain located in Bolivia. Its name comes from two local languages: Quechua and Aymara.
In Quechua, jatun or hatun means "big" or "great". In Aymara, wila means "red" or "blood", and qullu means "mountain". So, Jatun Wila Qullu means "great red mountain".
This mountain is part of the amazing Andes mountain range. It stands about 5,214 meters (or 17,106 feet) high. That's super tall!
Where is Jatun Wila Qullu?
Jatun Wila Qullu is found in the Oruro Department of Bolivia. It's in an area called Challapata Province, specifically in Quillacas Municipality, Soraga Canton.
The mountain is located southeast of a large body of water called Poopó Lake. It's also near the border of the Potosí Department. You can find it east of a town called Sevaruyo.
More Mountains to Explore
Here are some other interesting mountains in the region:
- Ch'iyar Jaqhi
- Kuntur Nasa
- Wila Qullu
- List of mountains in the Andes
See also
In Spanish: Jatun Wila Kkollu para niños
