What is the altitude of Peru's highest mountain?
Peru's highest mountain is Huascarán, which reaches 6,768 meters in altitude. This snow-capped peak is located in the Cordillera Blanca, in the Ancash region.
Huascarán, giant of the White Cordillera
The Huascarán dominates the Peruvian landscape with its 6,768 meters altitude. This emblematic mountain rises in the White Cordillera (Cordillera Blanca), a mountain range located in the Ancash region, north of Lima.
An exceptional landscape
Peru is home to many magnificent peaks with technical and colorful formations. The country stands out for:
- Its Andean glaciers: vital sources of fresh water for local populations
- Its high-altitude lakes: including the immense Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake
- Its geological diversity: from the Pacific coasts to the snow-capped Andes peaks
To remember
Huascarán is part of the national park of the same name, inscribed in UNESCO's World Heritage. This region offers spectacular treks for high mountain enthusiasts.