Record SL-837233 · Wikidata Q15269117
Pukarahu
No list classifications
Elevation
5,322
m
17,461 ft
Prominence
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Isolation
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Coordinates
9.6746° S,
77.3112° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaPucaraju (possibly from Quechua puka red, rahu snow, ice, mountain with snow, "red snow-covered mountain") is a mountain in the Cordillera Blanca in the Andes of Peru, about 5,346 metres (17,539 ft) high or 5,322 metres (17,461 ft) high depending on the source. It is situated in the Ancash Region, Recuay Province, Ticapampa District. Pucaraju lies west of Yanamarey and northeast of Lake Querococha. The IGN-Peru map, cites the main peak as Tunsho, while applying the name Pucarajo to the southern slopes.
Best months
Hiking score 0–100 · 10-yr climate averagesRows beneath each bar: mean temperature, monthly precipitation. Highest-scoring month in red.
Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocotopunta | 4,400 m | S 173° | 3.5 km |
| Araranca | 4,800 m | N 18° | 4.4 km |