THE SECOND DAY

Abra de Huarmihuanusca ("Dead Woman's Pass")

The Dead Woman's Pass is the highest point on the Inca Trail - some 4200 meters (or 13650 feet) above sea level. It apparently takes its name from the arrangement of the terrain which is said to represent a woman lying on her back. The views from the top provide excellent views of nearby mountains such as Salkantay and Veronika.

The coordinates for Abra de Huarmihuanusca are 13°14'35.34"S, 72°29'0.89"W.

Left: Look back from Dead Woman's Pass down Llulluchapampa valley and the small village of Wayllabamba which is located were the Llulluchapampa and Kusichaca valleys meet. Mount Veronica is in the background. Right: Zoom to Mount Veronica from the same position.