Santa Cruz (mountain) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Santa Cruz |
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| Pucaraju | |
West face.
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 6,259 m (20,535 ft) |
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 Santa Cruz
Location in Peru
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| Location | Ancash, Peru |
| Parent range | Cordillera Blanca, Andes |
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| First ascent | 20 July 1948 by Frédéric Marmillod and Ali Szepessy-Schaurek |
Santa Cruz is a majestic mountain found in the Andes mountain range in Peru. It's also known by other names like Pucaraju or Pukaraju, which might mean "red mountain" in the Quechua language. Another name is Pico de Huaylas, which means "peak of Huaylas" in Spanish.
This impressive peak is located in the Ancash area of Peru, specifically in the Santa Cruz District. Santa Cruz stands incredibly tall, reaching about 6,259 metres (20,535 ft) (that's over 20,500 feet!) into the sky. Some maps show it as slightly different, around 6,241 metres (20,476 ft).
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Exploring Santa Cruz Mountain
Santa Cruz is part of the Cordillera Blanca, a stunning mountain range known for its many high peaks. This area is a popular spot for climbers and adventurers from all over the world.
Where is Santa Cruz Located?
Santa Cruz mountain is found in the Cordillera Blanca, which is a part of the larger Andes mountain system. The Andes stretch along the western side of South America. This particular peak is in the Ancash of Peru. It's a beautiful area with lots of other mountains and lakes nearby.
How Tall is Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz is one of the tallest mountains in the Cordillera Blanca. Its main height is measured at 6,259 metres (20,535 ft). To give you an idea, that's more than six kilometers straight up! This makes it a very challenging climb for even experienced mountaineers.
First People to Climb Santa Cruz
The first time people successfully climbed to the very top of Santa Cruz was on July 20, 1948. Two brave climbers, Frédéric Marmillod and Ali Szepessy-Schaurek, were the first to reach its summit. This was a big achievement in the world of mountain climbing.
Nearby Natural Wonders
The area around Santa Cruz mountain is full of amazing natural sights. There are other tall mountains and beautiful lakes.
- Lake Atuncocha
- Caraz
- Taulliraju
See also
- Lake Atuncocha
- Caraz
- Taulliraju
