Rumiñahui Canton, Administrative canton in Pichincha Province, Ecuador.
Rumiñahui Canton extends across 135 square kilometers of terrain at 3,042 meters elevation, incorporating urban districts and agricultural regions southeast of Quito.
The canton, established in 1938, bears the name of an Inca warrior who defended the territory against Spanish conquistadors after Emperor Atahualpa's death.
Local festivals throughout Rumiñahui Canton display indigenous and Spanish influences through traditional dances, music performances, and regional gastronomy.
The transportation network connects the canton's parishes of Sangolquí, San Rafael, San Pedro de Taboada, Cotogchoa, and Rumipamba with regular bus services.
The canton received the designation of 'Pueblo Mágico' in 2020, making it the first location in Pichincha Province to obtain this tourism recognition.
Location: Pichincha Province
Inception: May 31, 1938
Capital city: Sangolquí
Elevation above the sea: 3,042 m
Website: http://ruminahui.gob.ec
GPS coordinates: -0.33450,-78.44750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:34
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