Muki (Lima)

For the mythological figure of the Andes, see Muki (mythology).
Muki
Muki

Peru

Highest point
Elevation 4,600 m (15,100 ft) [1]
Coordinates 10°40′09″S 76°41′34″W / 10.66917°S 76.69278°W / -10.66917; -76.69278Coordinates: 10°40′09″S 76°41′34″W / 10.66917°S 76.69278°W / -10.66917; -76.69278
Geography
Location Peru, Lima Region
Parent range Andes

Muki (Quechua for asphyxia, also for a goblin who lives in subterranean caves,[2] hispanicized spelling Muqui) is a mountain in the Andes of Peru, about 4,600 m (15,100 ft) high. It is located in the Lima Region, Oyón Province, Oyón District. Muki lies northwest of the mountain named Luliqucha.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 escale.minedu.gob.pe - UGEL map of the Oyón Province (Lima Region)
  2. ↑ Diccionario Quechua - Español - Quechua, Academía Mayor de la Lengua Quechua, Gobierno Regional Cusco, Cusco 2005 (Quechua-Spanish dictionary)
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