Chimborazo is a province located in the central Andes of Ecuador. Riobamba is its capital. Its main attractions are the Chimborazo National reserve, the Sangay National Park. As well as the famous Devil’s Nose train ride. It also homes several volcanoes such as the Chimborazo volcano — the highest mountain in Ecuador, the Carihuairazo mountain, and El Altar — an inactive volcano with a crater lake known as the “yellow lagoon”. All of them part of the “Avenue of the Volcanoes”. The main destinations are Alausí, Guano, and, of course, Riobamba.
An important economic activity is manufacturing with wool, leather, and textiles. As well as handicrafts in leather and carpet weaving. Besides, some indigenous communities grow potatoes, barley, corn, beans, wheat, and some fruits.
The climate varies depending on the height of the place you are visiting. In general, it is cool with some rain throughout the year. Average temperature goes from 50°F to 74°F (10°C to 23°C). This province has only two seasons rainy and dry. The dry season is from June to September. Hottest months are from October to December. While the rainy season goes from January to May. Chimborazo receives visitors all year around. But, the best times of year to visit for warm-weather activities are from mid-April to mid-June and from late August to mid-January.
Chimborazo local holidays are Independence of Riobamba on April 21 and Foundation of Riobamba on November 11.
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