Chachani Volcano topographic map
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About this map
Name: Chachani Volcano topographic map, elevation, terrain.
Average elevation: 5,562 m
Minimum elevation: 5,032 m
Maximum elevation: 6,071 m
The volcano lies in the Andes of southern Peru, 22 kilometres (14 mi) northwest of Arequipa and north of the Arequipa Airport; the city of Arequipa is situated on the foot of Chachani and El Misti volcanoes. The road from Arequipa to Chivay runs along the southeastern foot of Chachani, and a dirt road reaches to an elevation of 5,000 metres (16,000 ft). It is considered to be one of the most easily climbed mountains between 6,000 - 7,000 m high, although acclimatization and good physical health are required to ascend it.