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ojos del salado (dict)
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Ojos Del Salado Ojos del Salado is an extinct volcano in Atacama, Chile and the highest volcano on Earth. The mountain is the highest in Chile and is located about 550 km north of Aconcagua (6962 m), the highest in South America. Due to its location in the Atacama desert, the mountain has very dry conditions with snow only remaining on the peak during winter. Thus, winter ascents are recommended. The ascent is mostly a hike except for the final section to the summit which is a difficult scramble that may require ropes. The first ascent was made in 1937 by J. Wojsznis and J. Szczepanski.
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