Patate
Panoramic view of Patate

San Cristóbal de Patate or just “Patate” is part of the Llanganates National Park in the Tungurahua province, Ecuador. This is 25 minutes from Ambato and two and a half hours south of Quito. Patate has become a popular destination for volcano-watchers. This city has great views of the Tungurahua volcano – which is constantly ... Read more

Devil’s Cauldron waterfall – Pailon del diablo
Devils Cauldron Waterfall, Banos de Agua Santa

Devil’s Cauldron o “Pailon del Diablo” in Spanish, is a spectacular waterfall; about 262 ft. (80 m.) high, formed from the Rio Verde (green river). The Devil’s Cauldron is located on the road Baños-Puyo. This waterfall is a must-do stop if visiting Baños, 11 mi. (18km.) distance. This waterfall is part of the Route of ... Read more

Baños de Agua Santa
Manto Novia waterfall. Banos. Tungurahua, Ecuador

Baños de Agua Santa or “Baños” is a beautiful town located in the Tungurahua province, Ecuador. Baños means “springs” and Agua Santa means “holy water.” This town possesses natural beauty, surrounded by lush vegetation, waterfalls, rapid rivers, and thermal springs. Hence its name, holy hot springs. The closest cities are Ambato and Riobamba. The movie Proof ... Read more

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Tungurahua province

Tungurahua is an Ecuadorian province. Ambato is its capital. Tungurahua volcano is one of its main attractions. Other attraction is the Devil’s Cauldron. “Pailon del Diablo” in Spanish. Tungurahua main destinations are the town of Baños de Agua Santa and Ambato. In fact, the movie Proof of Life was filmed near Baños. In addition, this province is near some important volcanoes such as Chimborazo, Carihuayrazo, and El Altar.

In Tungurahua, the climate is comfortable and overcast. The average temperature varies from 50°F to 69°F (10°C to 21°C). Usually, days are warm, whit cooler nights. There are only two seasons dry and rainy. Dry season goes from June to December, while rainy season goes from January to May.

Local holidays are Fiesta of Fruits and Flowers on March 4-5, and Independence of Ambato on November 12.

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