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Illimani

Illimani

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A high mountain near La Paz in Bolivia, 6438 meters high
  • proper noun
: Illimani
  • Many climbers dream of reaching the summit of Illimani, which towers over 21,000 feet.

Examples

  • On one side, the triple-peaked, snowy mass of Mount Illimani stands guard.

    Academic text (2004)

  • Visitors to La Paz often take pictures of the imposing Illimani, a prominent landmark in the region.

  • The mountain Illimani is a stunning sight, rising majestically in the Bolivian Andes.

Surface Forms

Illimani main

Etymology

The name Illimani comes from the Aymara language and is often linked to the root illi, meaning 'light' or 'shining'. A helpful way to remember the mountain is to picture it as the 'shining' peak that watches over La Paz.