The province Bolívar lies in the Sierra (Highlands) of Ecuador.
Regions
places
- Guaranda, (2.650 m, 25.0000 inhabitants) capital and city of the seven hills
- Chillanes, (approx. 2,300 inhabitants)
- San José de Chimbo, known for its guitar makers.
- Balzapamba, pottery and orange processing.
Other goals
background
The province of Bolivar has an area of approx. 3,250 km² with around 180,000 inhabitants and is the capital Guaranda. The province is named after the South American liberation fighter Simón Bolívar. Around two thirds of the population lives in rural areas.
The most important branch of the economy is agriculture, mainly family-run small businesses produce mainly potatoes, corn, vegetables, beans, but also coffee, cocoa, bananas and oranges and also some livestock. There are also a few large farms.
language
getting there
mobility
Tourist Attractions
activities
kitchen
nightlife
security
climate
Comments on the climate in the Sierra generally see the corresponding section;
literature
Web links
- Side of the Bolivar Province www.gobiernodebolivar.gob.ec
