Pariacocha (possibly from Quechua parya reddish, copper or sparrow, qucha lake,[2][3][4] "reddish (copper or sparrow) lake") is a lake in the Andes of Peru. It is situated at a height of 4,250 m (13,940 ft) comprising an area of 0.025258 km2 (25,258 m2).[1] Paryaqucha is located in the Ancash Region, Pallasca Province, Conchucos District, northwest of Quinuacocha (Quechua for "quinoa lake").[4][5]
| Pariacocha | |
|---|---|
  Pariacocha | |
| Location | Peru Ancash Region |
| Coordinates | 8°19′16.5″S 77°53′1.8″W[1] |
| Surface area | 0.025258 km2 (25,258 m2)[1] |
| Surface elevation | 4,250 m (13,940 ft)[1] |
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