RAINBOW MOUNTAIN, PERU Commonly known as the “rainbow mountain,” this mountain range can be found in the Peruvian Andes. The mountain stands at an astonishing altitude of roughly 17,060 feet above water. Standing so high, visiting the site is not the easiest task, as altitude sickness is a danger for many hikers. The rich minerals in the soil and changing weather conditions allow the different colors to come to life, showcasing a vast range of terracotta colors. It has been a holy site for the indigenous people of the area for many generations, a place of worship visited by thousands of Quechua pilgrims every year during the “star snow” festival. It was only in 2015 that the colorful stripes of this natural wonder were uncovered, and the mountain became globally known and started to attract people from all over the world. The ice melted, unveiling its rainbow-like appearance, making us wonder what else lies beneath the surface in other parts of our mysterious planet.
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