Volcán Isluga National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Volcán Isluga National Park |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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Panorama of Volcán Isluga National Park
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| Location | Tarapacá Region, Chile |
| Nearest city | Colchane |
| Area | 1,747 km² |
| Established | 1967 |
| Governing body | Corporación Nacional Forestal |
Volcán Isluga National Park (pronounced is-LOO-gah) is a special natural area in the Andes mountains. It is located in the Tarapacá Region of Chile, a country in South America. The park is close to the town of Colchane and not far from the Lauca Biosphere Reserve.
This park is huge, covering about 1,747 square kilometers. That's a lot of land to explore! The land here goes from being quite high up, at 2,100 meters, all the way to very high, at 5,550 meters. The park gets its name from Volcán Isluga, which is the tallest mountain inside the park.
High Mountains and Hills
Volcán Isluga National Park is home to many tall mountains and hills. These peaks are part of the Andes mountain range. The highest point in the park is the Isluga Volcano itself, which stands at 5,550 meters.
Other important peaks in the park include:
- Qinsachata Hill, which is 5,400 meters tall.
- Tatajachura Hill, reaching 5,252 meters.
- Catarama, another high peak at 5,207 meters.
These tall mountains create amazing views and unique environments for plants and animals.
Plants and Nature
The park has many interesting plants that are used to growing in high places. You can find different types of cacti here. There are also special trees called queñoas. These trees are native to this area and can grow in tough mountain conditions.
Aymara Culture and History
Volcán Isluga National Park is not just about nature. It also holds important cultural history of the Aymara people. The Aymara are an indigenous group who have lived in this region for a very long time.
Inside the park, you can find several towns that are important to the Aymara culture. One of these towns is also called Isluga. These towns are used for ceremonies and show the rich history of the Aymara people in this area.
See also
In Spanish: Parque nacional Volcán Isluga para niños
