Cayambe Canton, Administrative canton in Pichincha Province, Ecuador
The Cayambe Canton spans 1,199 square kilometers across northeastern Pichincha, containing eight parishes surrounded by snow-covered volcanoes at 3,966 meters elevation point.
The territory, established as a canton in 1883, was previously defended by the Cayambe people against Inca Empire expansion during the 15th and 16th centuries.
Local celebrations feature the Fiesta Principal on June 29th, where groups perform traditional dances with characters such as the Diablo-Huma in colorful costumes.
The agricultural economy focuses on dairy production with two major factories, Nestlé and Miraflores, while numerous greenhouses cultivate flowers for international export.
The Monument to the Middle of the World in San Luis de Guachalá marks the location where French geodesists conducted scientific investigations in 1736.
Location: Pichincha
Inception: July 23, 1883
Capital city: Cayambe
Elevation above the sea: 3,966 m
Website: https://municipiocayambe.gob.ec
GPS coordinates: 0.04389,-78.15610
Latest update: March 7, 2025 20:28
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