Marconi (mountain) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Marconi |
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Marconi (center) and Veronica (on the right)
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| Elevation | 5,300 m (17,400 ft) |
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 Marconi
Location in Peru
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| Location | Peru |
| Parent range | Andes, Urubamba |
Marconi is a mountain located in the Andes mountains of Peru. It is part of the Urubamba mountain range. This mountain stands very tall, reaching about 5,340 meters (or 17,520 feet) high.
Where is Mount Marconi?
Mount Marconi is found in the Cusco Region of Peru. Specifically, it is in the La Convención Province, within the Huayopata District. It also stretches into the Urubamba Province, in the Ollantaytambo District.
Nearby Landmarks
The mountain is located north of the Urubamba River. To its west, you can find another important mountain called Veronica.
What's in a Name?
The name Marconi might come from the Aymara language. In Aymara, marqu is a type of medical plant. The suffix -ni means "the one with." So, Marconi could mean "the one with the marqu plant."
See also
In Spanish: Marconi (montaña) para niños
