Yanapaccha facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Yanapaccha
Highest point
Elevation	5,460 m (17,910 ft)
Naming
English translation	black waterfall
Language of name	Quechua
Geography
Yanapaccha Location in Peru
Location	Peru, Ancash Region
Parent range	Andes, Cordillera Blanca

Yanapaccha is a tall and beautiful mountain in Peru. It's part of the Andes mountain range, which is the longest mountain range in the world! Yanapaccha stands about 5,460 meters (17,913 feet) high. Its name comes from the Quechua language, and it means "black waterfall." This amazing peak is located in the Ancash Region of Peru, inside a special protected area called Huascarán National Park.

Discovering Yanapaccha

Yanapaccha is a well-known mountain in the Cordillera Blanca. This is a mountain range that is part of the larger Andes mountains. The Andes stretch along the western side of South America. Yanapaccha is a popular spot for climbers who enjoy its snowy slopes.

Where is Yanapaccha?

This impressive mountain is found in Peru, a country in South America. Specifically, it's located in the Ancash Region. Within this region, you can find Yanapaccha in the Yungay Province. It sits between two smaller areas called the Yanama District and the Yungay District.

What's in a Name?

The name "Yanapaccha" comes from the Quechua language. This language is spoken by many native people in the Andes region. The word yana means "black," and phaqcha means "waterfall." So, Yanapaccha means "black waterfall." It's interesting how mountain names often describe something about them!

Part of a National Park

Yanapaccha is located inside the Huascarán National Park. This park is a very important protected area in Peru. It helps to keep the natural environment safe. The park is home to many unique plants and animals. It also protects the beautiful mountains, glaciers, and lakes. Yanapaccha is found to the southeast of another famous mountain called Chacraraju within this park.

See also

In Spanish: Yanapaccha para niños