CUSCO DESTINATION
Rainbow Mountain
Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca, is one of the most impressive destinations in Peru. It is located in the Vilcanota mountain range, in Cusco, at an altitude of approximately 5,036 m s. n. m.
Its natural color is due to minerals present in the terrain, which create fringes of red, yellow, green and violet tones. It is a sacred place for Andean communities and has become a favorite spot for trekking and photography.
๐ Location: District of Pitumarca, province of Canchis, Cusco
๐ถโ๏ธ Access: 1.5 to 2 hour walk from the community of Pampachiri
๐จ Attraction: Unique natural colors and spectacular Andean landscapes
Rainbow Mountain
Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca, is one of the most impressive destinations in Peru. It is located in the Vilcanota mountain range, in Cusco, at an altitude of approximately 5,036 m s. n. m.
Its natural color is due to minerals present in the terrain, which create fringes of red, yellow, green and violet tones. It is a sacred place for Andean communities and has become a favorite spot for trekking and photography.
๐ Location: District of Pitumarca, province of Canchis, Cusco
๐ถโ๏ธ Access: 1.5 to 2 hour walk from the community of Pampachiri
๐จ Attraction: Unique natural colors and spectacular Andean landscapes