Yanaqucha (Quispicanchi)

Yanaqucha, located in the Quispicanchi Province of the Cusco Region in Peru, refers to a specific location, typically understood to be a lake or body of water. The name "Yanaqucha" is derived from Quechua, the indigenous language of the Andes, meaning "black lake" or "dark lake." The term is a toponym, a place name, and is applied to numerous lakes and geographical features throughout the Andean region.

The Yanaqucha in Quispicanchi is significant due to its presence within this specific province, likely serving as a water source for local communities and contributing to the regional ecosystem. Details about the specific Yanaqucha in Quispicanchi, such as its size, altitude, ecological importance, or cultural significance to local communities, may require more specific geographic data or local sources. Without further detail, the entry remains a general identification of the toponym within a specific provincial context. Further research into the geographical coordinates and local narratives surrounding the Yanaqucha in Quispicanchi would enrich this entry.