Jolljepunco facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jolljepunco |
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| Sasahui | |
Quyllur Rit'i festival at the foothills of Cinajara and Jolljepunco
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| Elevation | 5,522 m (18,117 ft) |
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 Jolljepunco
Location in Peru
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| Location | Peru, Cusco Region |
| Parent range | Andes, Vilcanota |
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| First ascent | 1-1961 |
Jolljepunco is a tall mountain in the Andes mountains of Peru. It is also known by other names like Colquepunco or Sasahui. Near the mountain, there is a lake also called Jolljepunco. This area is famous for a special festival that happens every year.
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About Jolljepunco Mountain
Jolljepunco stands about 5,522 meters (18,117 feet) high. It is part of the Vilcanota mountain range in the Cusco Region of Peru. The mountain is located in the Quispicanchi Province and Paucartambo Province.
What its Name Means
The name Jolljepunco might come from the Quechua language. Qullqi means money or silver, and p'unqu means a pond or reservoir. So, Jolljepunco could mean "silver pond."
Another name, Colquepunco, might come from qullqi (silver) and punku (door). This would mean "silver door."
The local name Sasahui comes from sasawi, which is a plant found in the area. The -ni ending is from the Aymara language and means "the one with." So, Sasahui means "the one with the sasawi plant."
Where Jolljepunco is Located
Jolljepunco is found in the northern part of the Vilcanota mountain range. It is northwest of a lake called Singrenacocha. It is also southeast of another mountain named Minasnioc. The lake named Jolljepunco is located south of the mountain itself.
The Quyllur Rit'i Festival
A very important yearly festival called Quyllur Rit'i takes place at the foot of Jolljepunco and another mountain called Cinajara. This festival is a big event for many people in the region.
The Ukukus and Their Journey
During the festival, special characters called ukukus play a key role. In Cusco Quechua, ukuku means spectacled bear. These ukukus are also important figures in Andean stories.
The ukukus from all the different groups climb up the glaciers of Jolljepunco. They spend the night on the icy mountain. When they return, they carry huge blocks of ice on their backs. They bring this ice back for the people in their communities.
Healing Waters
The waters from Jolljepunco mountain are believed to have special powers. Many people believe these waters can heal both the body and the mind. This makes the mountain a sacred and important place for the local communities.
See also
In Spanish: Colquepunco para niños
