La Bella Durmiente, Peru facts for kids
Quick facts for kids La Bella Durmiente |
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La Bella Durmiente as seen from Tingo María
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| Elevation | 1,805 m (5,922 ft) |
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 La Bella Durmiente
Location in Peru
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| Location | Leoncio Prado Province, Huánuco Region, Peru |
La Bella Durmiente, which means "Sleeping Beauty" in Spanish, is a famous mountain in Peru. It is also known as Puma Ringri, which might come from the Quechua language words for "puma" (a type of wild cat) and "ear."
This impressive mountain is a key feature of Tingo Maria National Park in the Huánuco Region. It is located in the Mariano Damaso district of Leoncio Prado Province. La Bella Durmiente reaches a height of 1,805 meters (about 5,922 feet) above sea level.
Why is it Called Sleeping Beauty?
The mountain gets its name from its unique shape. From a distance, it looks like a woman lying down, as if she is sleeping. This special appearance is part of a local folktale.
The Legend of the Sleeping Beauty Mountain
Local stories say that the mountain is actually a princess who was put under a spell. She was turned into a mountain and now sleeps forever. This legend makes the mountain even more special to the people living nearby. It is a popular spot for tourists to visit and admire its beauty.
