Latacunga Canton, Administrative canton in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador.
Latacunga Canton is an administrative division in Cotopaxi Province that extends across a large area in the Andes mountains. The region includes urban parishes like La Matriz and rural areas such as Toacaso and Mulaló.
The territory was founded in 1824 and initially belonged to Pichincha Province before becoming part of Cotopaxi Province in 1851. This administrative change reshaped its governance within the Andean region.
The region is home to different communities who speak Spanish and Quichua and maintain their traditions in daily life. This cultural diversity shapes how people live together in the villages and town centers.
The area has mixed climate conditions with cooler mountain zones and warmer valleys, so dressing in layers is advisable. It helps to bring varied clothing and consider the elevation when planning your visit.
The region is known for extensive flower cultivation thanks to abundant sunlight, making it an important export center. This flower production significantly shapes the local economy and landscape.
Location: Cotopaxi Province
Inception: June 24, 1824
Capital city: Latacunga
Elevation above the sea: 2,773 m
Website: https://latacunga.gob.ec
GPS coordinates: -0.93333,-78.61667
Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:25
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