Record SL-836967 · Wikidata Q13190389
Putka
No list classifications
Elevation
5,350
m
17,552 ft
Prominence
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Isolation
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Coordinates
11.8296° S,
76.0461° W
Grid ref
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Contour figure · generated from position
Description
WikipediaPutka (Jauja Quechua for "muddy", also spelled Putca) is a mountain in the Paryaqaqa mountain range in the Andes of Peru, about 5,300 metres (17,388 ft) high. It is located in the Junín Region, Yauli Province, in the districts of Suitucancha and Yauli, north of Qarwachuku. The largest lake south of Putka is named Putkaqucha (Quechua for "muddy lake", also spelled Putcacocha). One of the small lakes southeast of Putka is named Putkaqucha, too. It lies at 11°50′28″S 76°01′45″W.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yantayuq | 5,300 m | SW 245° | 1.3 km |
| Nevado Yantayo | 5,300 m | SW 224° | 1.3 km |
| Qarwachuku | 5,507 m | S 200° | 2.7 km |
| Jaico | 5,300 m | N 357° | 2.8 km |
| Kunkus | 5,000 m | NW 303° | 3.1 km |
| Huallacancha | 5,500 m | S 177° | 4.5 km |