Ananta (Cusco)

Ananta is a mountain in the Vilcanota mountain range in the Andes of Peru, about 5,200 metres (17,060 ft) high. It is located in the Cusco Region, Quispicanchi Province, Marcapata District. It lies northeast of the higher peak of Pajo Ananta.[1]

For the mountain in the Arequipa Region, Peru, see Ananta (Arequipa). For the mountain in the Puno Region, Peru, see Ananta (Puno).
Ananta
Ananta
Peru
Highest point
Elevation5,200 m (17,100 ft) [1]
Coordinates13°46′04″S 70°48′53″W 
Geography
LocationPeru, Cusco Region
Parent rangeAndes, Vilcanota

The river Pucamayu (possibly from Quechua for "red river") which downstream is named Sayapata originates west of Ananta. It flows to the northwest.[1]

References
  1. escale.minedu.gob.pe - UGEL map of the Quispicanchis Province 1 (Cusco Region)


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