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Guano

Chimborazo Province, Ecuador · South America

About Guano

Guano is worth a stop: 10 minutes from San Gerardo de Pacaicaguán, 25km from Chimborazo.

Guano is a town located in Chimborazo Province, Ecuador. With a population of 12,659, it is an important destination in South America.

On a road trip, Guano sits in Ecuador, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Guayaquil time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Guano to your route.

About Guano

Guano is a location in the Chimborazo Province, Ecuador. It is the seat of the Guano Canton. The town is well known for its handmade leather products and ornate rugs. Surrounded by landscapes of mountains and overshadowed by the nearby active volcano, El Altar, the town features a variety of attractions and

Read more activities. Small in size, it can be explored easily on foot.

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Guano offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Guano located?

Guano is located in Chimborazo Province, Ecuador, South America. The coordinates are -1.6069 latitude, -78.6373 longitude.

What is the population of Guano?

Guano has a population of approximately 12,659 people, making it a town in Ecuador.

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Quick Information

Population
12,659
Continent
South America
Country
Ecuador
Region
Chimborazo Province
Timezone
America/Guayaquil
Coordinates
-1.6069, -78.6373

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Ecuador

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Guano

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Chimborazo

Ecuador's 6,263 m ice-capped giant: the farthest point from Earth's centre. A wild vicuña-lined road climbs its flanks to the Carrel refuge at 4,850 m.

25 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Baños de Agua Santa

An adventure town at the base of the active Tungurahua volcano, famous for the Swing at the End of the World and the Route of Waterfalls.

33 km · about 40 min drive

waterfall

Ruta de las Cascadas (Baños)

A thrilling bike ride or bus route past dozens of waterfalls including the 80-meter Pailón del Diablo, descending through cloud forest to the Amazon basin.

38 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Guano

  • 76 kmMirador Nariz del DiabloA viewpoint at Pistishi over the Devil's Nose, the near-vertical rock face the Guayaquil-Quito railway descends by a zig-zag of switchbacks cut into the cliff in 1902.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Guano.

San Gerardo de Pacaicaguán

🇪🇨 Ecuador

4 km away

San Isidro de Patulú

🇪🇨 Ecuador

6 km away

Cubijíes

🇪🇨 Ecuador

7 km away

Riobamba

🇪🇨 Ecuador

7 km awayPop. 264,048

San Andrés

🇪🇨 Ecuador

7 km away

Ilapo

🇪🇨 Ecuador

9 km away

Lincán

🇪🇨 Ecuador

9 km away

Quimiag

🇪🇨 Ecuador

10 km away

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