Ausangate, snowy (6,372 m)
Andes (South America)Vilcanota mountain range (Andes), in Peru, with an altitude of 6,372 m above sea level. It is located about 100 kilometers southeast of the city of Cusco. AUSANGATE TREK INFORMATION
Basic information
- Relief unit: Andes
- Country: Peru (South America)
- Main summit
- Region: Peruvian Andes
- Altitude: 6,372 m
- Latitude: 13 ° 47 '18' 'S
- Longitude: 71 ° 13 '40' 'O
Every year, hundreds of mountaineers visit the Andean region of Peru. However, not many are aware of the existence of Ausangate, one of the Inca divinities of 6,410 meters high.
Located near Cusco, the "mountain of seven colors" is the fifth highest peak in Peru. Its remote existence from traditional routes means that few tourists approach its walls and glaciers; However, it is worth visiting for its unmatched beauty.
During the Inca Empire, Ausangate embodied one of its most important divinities. Distinction that still lasts; since, the inhabitants who live in the surroundings continue to consider her as an unreachable and sacred god.
The moderate difficulty of ascending the mountain and the possibility of living a unique experience outdoors, make visiting Ausangate a relevant option.
How to get?. Ausangate is located about 100 kilometers southeast of the city of Cusco. Leaving the city by car, the estimated travel time is 3 hours. Upon arrival in Chilca, you have to continue walking for another 3 hours, approximately, until you arrive at this formidable mountain of colors.
For tourists who do not have their own vehicle, there is the possibility of hiring a tour from the city of Cusco, or renting a private vehicle from Thrifty, one of the leading companies in the business.
