Pichincha
Pichincha
Pichincha is known for it's capital, Quito. Many tourists either arrive or leave from Quito. The province has a lot of diversity. The high Andes and the beautiful cloud forest makes this a province you don't want to miss.
Facts and figures
Borders:
In the north Pichincha borders to Imbabura, south to Cotopaxi and Los Rios, west to Manabi and Esmeraldas and east to Napo and Sucumbios
Population:
2,466,245
Altitude:
Quito is located on 2850 meters.
Capital:
Quito
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