Vilcabamba, Mountain village in Loja Province, Ecuador.
The settlement stands at 1,565 meters elevation in southern Ecuador, surrounded by mountains and characterized by a year-round spring temperature.
The village received its name from the Quichua words 'huilco pamba', referring to the sacred Anadenanthera colubrina trees that grow in the region.
The international community includes residents from the United States, Britain, France, Germany, and Canada, contributing to a diverse local population of 4,000 inhabitants.
Residents benefit from low utility costs, with monthly electricity expenses between 10 to 20 dollars and propane costs under 8 dollars.
The area gained international attention in 1973 when National Geographic Magazine published research about the population's supposed extraordinary life expectancy.
Location: Loja Canton
Inception: September 1, 1576
Elevation above the sea: 1,565 m
Website: http://marcaecuador.com
Website: http://marcaecuador.com
GPS coordinates: -4.25583,-79.21889
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:27
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