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Huayna Potosi
Photo by Edilson V. Benvenutti
| Elevation (feet): | 19996 |
|---|---|
| Elevation (meters): | 6094 |
| Continent: | South America |
| Country: | Bolivia |
| Range/Region: | Andes |
| SubRange: | Bolivian Andes |
| Latitude: | -16.2667 |
| Longitude: | -68.1833 |
| Difficulty: | Basic Snow/Ice Climb |
| Best months for climbing: | May, June, July, August, September |
| Year first climbed: | 1919 |
| First successful climber(s): | German expedition |
| Convenient Center: | La Paz, Bolivia |
| Nearest major airport: | La Paz, Bolivia |
Description
Huayna Potosi is the closest high mountain to La Paz, a city which is surrounded by high mountains, and itself is the highest capital city in the world. Huayna Potosi is roughly fifteen miles due north of the city, which makes this mountain the most popular climb in Bolivia. The normal ascent route is a fairly straightforward glacier climb, with some crevasses and a steep climb to the summit.
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