BE PART OF THE MAGIC OF THE APU AUSANGATE

The majestic Ausangate is the fifth highest mountain in Peru, also called “the creator of the waters” due to its glacial mass. This glacial gives rise to several lakes, among them the Sibinacocha Lake, which is the second largest in the Cusco region. The hydraulic source of this place plays a significant role since it influences the production of electricity in the area.

The Ausangate is an Apu, a sacred mountain for the Incas and their descendants.

Within the Andean cosmovision in the region, the population considers it as one of the most influential Apus (tutelary mountains). Due to the magic and energy, it contains. The locals of the area have great respect for this mountain, as it is the creator of the water that irrigates their crops. It is also their chief protector and guardian. For the Andean man, each mountain has its spirit, its name, and its energy, so each region has its own “Apu” or protective mountain.

LOCATION:

It’s located in the Andes, about 100 kilometers southeast of the city of Cusco.

ALTITUDE:

The top of the mountain reaches 6384 m.a.s.l., surrounded by majestic turquoise lagoons

Ausangate stands out as the highest mountain in the Vilcanota Range.

HOW TO GET THERE:

There are two options:

1.- On your own, you can take a public bus (Cusco – Tinke). The duration of the tour is approximately 3 hours. Once in Tinke, you can take a bus to the sector of Pacchanta, from this place begins a walk of roughly 2 hours to see in high snow.

2.- Contacting a travel agency, is more advisable since the company will organize absolutely everything for your visit to this mountain. Also, family accommodations if you plan to stay one night. In this place, you will be able to find thermo-medicinal waters, as well as great natural attractions. It is important to emphasize that you have to make sure to take the services of an authorized agency

ANDEAN WORLDVIEW:

The Apu Ausangate (Aswan Qateq), according to the belief of the man of the Andes, has represented and still represents a significant milestone for the Andean spirituality. The Apu Ausangate (Aswan Qateq), according to the belief of the man of the Andes, has represented and still represents a significant milestone for the Andean spirituality. Inside the ritual practice of the locals, the next to be the new Andean priests (curanderos) cannot begin their walk without the blessing of this one. In a ritual called Qarpay (Initiation), which consists of submerging in the waters of one of the lagoons of the place and thus receiving the blessing of the ancestral spirits that will become the guides of the following generations of those known as Alto and Pampa Misayoq (Andean Priest).

Chaman realizando pago a la tierra en Cusco

RECOMMENDATIONS:

The primary advice is that you hire a travel agency so that you can organize absolutely everything. This agency will guarantee your safety and enjoyment during your stay in this beautiful place.

• Bring sunscreen.
• Pills for soroche or coca leaves that can be chewed or drunk as an infusion.
• Comfortable, warm clothes and trekking shoes, as well as a rain poncho or a waterproof jacket.
• A trash bag to put the waste generated and thus take care of the environment.
• If you are a person who loves nature, this is one of the ideal places full of adventure for you. While you feel the majesty, the magic of history and customs, be part of a beautiful experience
• that you will never forget.

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