Salitre Canton, Administrative canton in Guayas Province, Ecuador.
Description
Salitre Canton is an administrative division in Guayas Province in western Ecuador. The territory combines urban neighborhoods with farming areas that support the local economy and way of life.
History
The area was originally called Urbina Jado before becoming an official administrative unit. This change reflected the development from a small settlement into a recognized canton.
Culture
The population of Salitre Canton includes a strong presence of Montubio communities at 79.5 percent, followed by Mestizo groups at 15.9 percent.
Practical
The canton sits roughly 42 kilometers from Guayaquil and connects to other municipalities through regular transport links. Getting around the region is easier by using these established routes between neighboring areas.
Did you know?
The land sits just 7 meters above sea level, making it one of Ecuador's lowest administrative regions. This flat position shapes the local climate and how water moves through the landscape.
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