It's worth the trek to see the natural colors of Vinicunca, but don't be misled by exaggerated photographs. Revealed relatively recently due to melting ice, this natural wonder is made up of a series ...

After a dispute over income from local tourism erupted into violence, visitors have been told to avoid one of Peru's most popular tourist attractions. The inhabitants of various villages at the foot ...

Nestled in the Peruvian Andes near Cusco, Rainbow Mountain—locally known as Vinicunca—displays natural mineral striations that create its multicolored appearance. The surrounding landscape blends reds ...

There's a peak in the Peruvian Andes striped with turquoise, yellow, red and purple, like someone threw a giant colorful robe over the ridge. The Rainbow Mountain is only reachable by a challenging, ...

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Vinicunca is a geological marvel set deep within the Peruvian Andes at an elevation of 17060 ft. The colourful rainbow mountain has captured the world's attention with its beauty and striking colours.