Yana Uqhu (Apurímac)

Yana Uqhu is a Quechua toponym (place name) primarily used in the Apurímac region of Peru. "Yana Uqhu" translates from Quechua to roughly "Black Hole" or "Black Cave" in English. Yana signifies "black" and Uqhu signifies "hole" or "cave."

This name likely refers to a physical geographical feature, such as a dark-colored cave, a deep pit, or an area with dark soil. The precise location and characteristics of a specific Yana Uqhu would require further geographical and local cultural context as multiple locations might bear this name within the Apurímac region. Determining the exact significance and any associated folklore or specific details requires investigation of local communities and available maps. It's common for Quechua place names to reflect observable features of the landscape, often linked to the color, shape, or other notable properties of the location. The name can also be figurative, possibly referring to a place considered dangerous or mysterious.