Yanaqucha (Quechua yana black, qaqa rock,[2] "black rock", also spelled Yanaccocha) is a mountain at a small lake of that name in the eastern extensions of the Cordillera Blanca in the Andes of Peru which reaches a height of approximately 4,600 m (15,092 ft). It is located in the Ancash Region, Huari Province, San Marcos District.[1]
Yanaqucha | |
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![]() ![]() Yanaqucha Peru | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 4,600 m (15,100 ft)[1] |
Coordinates | 9°41′52″S 77°05′20″W |
Geography | |
Location | Peru, Ancash Region |
Parent range | Andes, Cordillera Blanca |
The lake named Yanaqucha lies west of the peak at 9°41′49″S 77°06′14″W.[1]
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