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Churup Lake

A high-altitude glacial lake located in the Cordillera Blanca, renowned for its turquoise waters and scenic hiking trails in the Andes of Peru.

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One might never get enough of the glacial lagunas and snow-capped peaks of the Andes. With mystical multi-colored waters and the majestic Mount Churup as its backdrop, even the bluest of travelers will be sure to Chur-up when they visit. Get it? Like cheer up? My trek mates were wheezing for air when I told that joke, although that could have just been the altitude.

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Churup Lake Articles

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