Qiwlla Hirka (Ancash Quechua qiwlla, qillwa, qiwiña gull, hirka mountain,[2][3] "gull mountain", Hispanicized spelling Jeulla Jirca) is a mountain in the southern part of the Cordillera Blanca in the Andes of Peru, about 5,000 m (16,000 ft) high. It is located in the Ancash Region, Recuay Province, Catac District. Qiwlla Hirka lies northeast of Qiwllarahu and Challwa, near Pastu Ruri.[1]
Qiwlla Hirka | |
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![]() ![]() Qiwlla Hirka Peru | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 5,000 m (16,000 ft)[1] |
Coordinates | 9°53′59″S 77°11′25″W |
Geography | |
Location | Peru, Ancash Region |
Parent range | Andes, Cordillera Blanca |
The Pumapampa (Pachaqutu) River originates near the mountain. It is a right affluent of the Santa River.
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