Riobamba, Colonial administrative center in central Andes, Ecuador.
The administrative capital of Chimborazo Province stands at 2,754 meters altitude, surrounded by snow-covered mountains including Chimborazo, Ecuador's highest peak.
Founded in 1534 by Diego de Almagro, Riobamba relocated to its current location after a devastating earthquake in 1797 destroyed the original settlement.
The city maintains numerous religious celebrations throughout the year, with the Fiesta del Niño Rey de Reyes running from December through early January.
Multiple daily buses connect Riobamba to Quito, operating along the Pan-American Highway, making it a central transportation hub for Ecuador's Sierra region.
The Cordoba Roman Historical Museum displays a collection of colonial artifacts that belonged to local aristocrats, presenting the evolution of Andean society.
Location: Chimborazo Province
Location: Riobamba Canton
Inception: August 15, 1534
Founders: Diego de Almagro
Elevation above the sea: 2,750 m
Website: http://gadmriobamba.gob.ec
GPS coordinates: -1.67328,-78.64825
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:56
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