Yanaqucha (Quechua yana black, qucha lake,[2] "black lake", also spelled Yanacocha) is a lake in the Andes of Peru. It is situated at a height of 4,373 m (14,347 ft) comprising an area of 0.186192 km2 (186,192 m2).[1] Yanaqucha is located in the Ancash Region, Bolognesi Province, Aquia District. The lake receives waters from the Yanaqucha brook which originates southwest of the peak of Rahu Kutaq.[3]
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Location | Peru Ancash Region |
Coordinates | 10°02′32.4″S 77°12′30.1″W[1] |
Surface area | 0.186192 km2 (186,192 m2)[1] |
Surface elevation | 4,373 m (14,347 ft)[1] |
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