Tuctu (Ancash) Explained

Tuctu
Map:Peru
Location:Peru, Ancash Region
Coordinates:-9.6244°N -77.28°W
Elevation M:5000
Range:Andes, Cordillera Blanca
Map Size:200

Tuctu[1] (possibly from Quechua for "broody hen") is a mountain in the Cordillera Blanca in the Andes of Peru, about 5000m (16,000feet) high. It is situated in the Ancash Region, Huaraz Province, Olleros District, and in the Huari Province, Chavin de Huantar District. It lies southeast of Arhuay, Uruashraju and Tuctopunta.

Notes and References

  1. Book: Peru 1:100 000, Recuay (20-i). IGN (Instituto Geográfico Nacional - Perú).