Mount Aconcagua - The Roof of the Americas 🌎
At a breathtaking elevation of 6,962 meters (22,841 feet), Mount Aconcagua proudly stands as the highest peak outside of Asia. Part of the Andes mountain range, this titanic mountain resides in Argentina and is a cherished destination for mountaineers around the globe.
Interesting Facts
- The name "Aconcagua" may have originated from the Quechua word "Anco Cahuac," meaning "White Sentinel."
- Aconcagua is not a volcano, unlike other peaks in the Andes.
- The mountain was first summited in 1897 by Swiss climber Matthias Zurbriggen.
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