Chimborazo Summit
The 6,263 m glaciated giant — Earth's farthest point from center, due to equatorial bulge.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Ecuador
- Country
- Latin America
- Biome
- Andean glacier (5,000–6,263 m)
- Best season
- November – February
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Mountaineering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Andean glacier (5,000–6,263 m)
- Best season: November – February
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
The 6,263 m glaciated giant — Earth's farthest point from center, due to equatorial bulge.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: November – February
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Andean glacier (5,000–6,263 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Latin America
Biome
Andean glacier (5,000–6,263 m)
Difficulty
moderate
