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(MountEverest.net) Aconcagua, considered highest peak of the American continent, should be relegated to a second best status according to some Chilean sources who have created a heated controversy in the country. Local Andes magazine has published testimonies from climbing pioneers stating that nevado Ojos del Salado is not only taller than Aconcagua, but also a 7000er the only one in America. 7-Summiters grabbing for the back-pack again?The claims have yet to be proved - offering a (brief?) relief for Seven-summiteers...
