Known as the "White Range" in Spanish, the Cordillera Blanca is a mountain range in Peru and part of the larger Andes range in South America. With 33 peaks over 6,000 meters (19,685 feet), it's the highest tropical mountain range in the world. The range's name stems from its extensively glaciated peaks, which give it a distinct "white" appearance.
The Cordillera Blanca includes Huascarán, the highest mountain in Peru, along with many other notable peaks such as Alpamayo and Artesonraju. It's a popular destination for mountaineering, trekking, and adventure tourism, offering breathtaking high-altitude landscapes, turquoise glacial lakes, and opportunities to observe unique flora and fauna.
Mount Huascarán is the highest peak in Peru and the fourth highest in the Western Hemisphere, reaching a stunning altitude of 6,768 meters (22,205 feet). It's located in Huascarán National Park, in the Cordillera Blanca range of the Andes. The mountain is covered with glaciers and has two distinct summits: Huascarán Sur (South) and Huascarán Norte (North), with the southern summit being the highest.
Climbing Mount Huascarán is a demanding and technical endeavor, attracting experienced mountaineers from all over the globe. Despite the challenge, climbers are rewarded with incomparable views of the surrounding snow-covered peaks and deep valleys.
