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Ambato was founded on December 6, 1698, after the previous settlement was destroyed by an earthquake and landslide.
Ambato
Ecuador
Ambato is a city located in the central Andean valley of Ecuador. Lying on the banks of the Ambato River, the city also sits beneath several tall mountains. It is the capital city of the Tungurahua Province, situated at an elevation of 2,577 meters above sea level.
From the “History” section
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The city is carved into the side of Cerro Casigana, which dominates the north end of Ambato.
Ambato
Ecuador
Ambato is a city located in the central Andean valley of Ecuador. Lying on the banks of the Ambato River, the city also sits beneath several tall mountains. It is the capital city of the Tungurahua Province, situated at an elevation of 2,577 meters above sea level.
From the “Geography” section
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Ambato has a subtropical highland climate with mild afternoons and cool nights due to its elevation of 2400 m above sea level.
Ambato
Ecuador
Ambato is a city located in the central Andean valley of Ecuador. Lying on the banks of the Ambato River, the city also sits beneath several tall mountains. It is the capital city of the Tungurahua Province, situated at an elevation of 2,577 meters above sea level.
From the “Climate” section
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Ambato is known for its vehicle bodywork industry, which is one of the largest employers in the city.
Ambato
Ecuador
Ambato is a city located in the central Andean valley of Ecuador. Lying on the banks of the Ambato River, the city also sits beneath several tall mountains. It is the capital city of the Tungurahua Province, situated at an elevation of 2,577 meters above sea level.
From the “Economy” section
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The Festival of Fruits and Flowers commemorates the anniversary of the 1949 earthquake that destroyed the city.
Ambato
Ecuador
Ambato is a city located in the central Andean valley of Ecuador. Lying on the banks of the Ambato River, the city also sits beneath several tall mountains. It is the capital city of the Tungurahua Province, situated at an elevation of 2,577 meters above sea level.
From the “The Festival of Fruits and Flowers” section
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