Cayesh
Cayesh[1][2][3] is a mountain in the Cordillera Blanca in the Andes of Peru, about 5,721 metres (18,770 ft) high.[1] It is located between Huaraz and Huari provinces in Ancash. Cayesh lies at the head of the Cayesh valley, northwest of Artisa and southeast of Andavite.[2][4]
Cayesh | |
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Cayesh seen from the summit of Maparaju glacier. | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 5,721 m (18,770 ft) |
Coordinates | 9°26′21″S 77°18′00″W |
Geography | |
Cayesh Peru | |
Location | Peru, Ancash Region |
Parent range | Andes, Cordillera Blanca |
References
- Alpenvereinskarte 0/3b. Cordillera Blanca Süd (Peru). 1:100 000. Oesterreichischer Alpenverein. 2005. ISBN 3-937530-05-3.
- John Biggar, The Andes: A Guide for Climbers (see. sketch map on p. 79)
- "Nevado Cayesh - Peakbagger.com". www.peakbagger.com. Retrieved 2016-06-18.
- John F. Ricker, Yuraq Janka: A Guide to the Peruvian Andes, p. 100
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