Qarwaqucha (Ancash) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Qarwaqucha |
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Qarwaqucha as seen from Jimbe
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| Elevation | 5,070 m (16,630 ft) |
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 Qarwaqucha
Location in Peru
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| Location | Peru, Ancash Region |
| Parent range | Andes, Cordillera Negra |
Qarwaqucha is a tall mountain located in the Andes mountain range in Peru. It is part of a smaller mountain chain called the Cordillera Negra. This mountain reaches a height of 5,070 meters (about 16,634 feet) above sea level.
What's in a Name?
The name Qarwaqucha comes from the Quechua language. In Quechua, qarwa means "yellowish" and qucha means "lake." So, Qarwaqucha means "yellowish lake."
Sometimes, the mountain is also called Qarwa Punta. Punta means "peak" or "ridge" in Quechua, so this name means "yellowish peak." You might also see it spelled as Carhuacocha or Carhuapunta. Another name for the mountain is Flery Punta.
Where is Qarwaqucha?
Qarwaqucha is found in the Ancash Region of Peru. Specifically, it is in the Santa Province, within the Cáceres del Perú District. It stands near a small lake that shares its name.
The Lake Nearby
There is a small lake named Qarwaqucha located southeast of the mountain. This lake is also known for its yellowish appearance, which gives both the lake and the mountain their unique names. The lake's coordinates are 8°57′35″S 77°57′26″W / 8.95972°S 77.95722°W.
See also
In Spanish: Flery Punta para niños
