Alamor facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Alamor
Town
Iglesia San Jacinto de Alamor
Alamor Location in Ecuador
Country	Ecuador
Province	Loja Province
Canton	Puyango Canton
Area
• Town	1.63 km2 (0.63 sq mi)
Population  (2022 census)
• Town	5,981
• Density	3,669/km2 (9,504/sq mi)
Time zone	ECT
Climate	Aw
Website	www.hcpl.gov.ec / Puyango Canton

Alamor is a town located in the Loja Province of Ecuador. It is the main town, also known as the "seat," of the Puyango area.

Where is Alamor Located?

Alamor is in the southwestern part of Loja Province. It shares borders with other areas like Avocados and El Oro Province to the north. To the south, it borders Celica and Pindal. To the east, you'll find Celica and Zapotillo, and to the west, it borders the country of Peru.

Alamor is about 214 kilometers (133 miles) from Loja, the capital city of the province. It's also 140 kilometers (87 miles) from the city of Machala.

• Latitude: 4°02' South
• Longitude: 80°01' West
• Height above sea level: 1,380 meters (4,528 feet)
• Average temperature: 18 °C (64 °F)
• Town area: 1.63 square kilometers (0.63 square miles)
• Population (2022 census): 5,981 people

What is the Climate Like?

Puyango, the canton where Alamor is located, has a pleasant climate. It's generally warm and a bit humid. In the lower areas, temperatures can reach 26 °C (79 °F). In other parts, the temperature usually stays between 14 °C (57 °F) and 18 °C (64 °F).

Symbols of Puyango

The town of Alamor is part of Puyango Canton, which has its own special symbols.

The Shield

The official shield of Puyango is divided into four sections. It shows important things like the Puyango River, the sun, the canton's flag, farming tools, and cattle. Around the outside, you can see coffee and corn plants. These represent the main crops grown in the area. The shield also includes the canton's name and the date it was officially recognized.

The Flag

The flag of Puyango has three horizontal stripes, all the same size.

• The top stripe is yellow.
• The middle stripe is green.
• The bottom stripe is white.

The Anthem

The hymn, or anthem, for the parish of Alamor was written by Dr. Luis Antonio Aguirre Alamor. The shield and flag of Puyango were officially approved on January 23, 1966. Later, in 1979, Dr. Marcelo Reyes Orellana wrote the words for the current Puyango hymn. This hymn became official on December 3, 1989.

Mountains and Rivers

The area around Puyango has two main mountain ranges: Alamor and Laborers. Important peaks include Black and Curiachi Cerro. The Limo mountain range also has several branches, like Canoas and Puerto Nuevo.

Rivers

• Puyango River: This is the largest river. It forms the border with El Oro Province and Peru. It flows into the Pacific Ocean and is known as the Tumbes River in Peru.
• Alamor River: This river starts in the foothills of Guachanama. It flows through Pindal and Zapotillo before its waters reach the Pacific Ocean.
• Other important streams in the area include Ingenio, Cochurco, and Shoa (Tunima).

What Does Alamor Produce?

Alamor is known for its agricultural products and livestock.

Crops

The main crops grown here are:

• Coffee
• Corn
• Bananas
• Brown sugar (from sugar cane, used to make rum)
• Citrus fruits like oranges and lemons
• Other tropical fruits

Livestock

Farmers in Alamor also raise:

• Cattle
• Pigs
• Horses
• Poultry (like chickens)

How to Get Around: Roads

Alamor is connected by several roads.

Main Highways

• Loja to Alamor
• Alamor to Arenillas

Secondary Roads

• Alamor to Vicentino
• Alamor to Ciano
• Alamor to Arenal
• Alamor to Silt
• Alamor to Mangaurco
• Alamor to The Collapsed Puyango (Old Bridge)
• Alamor to Chaquinal
• Alamor to Pindal

Festivals and Celebrations

Alamor and the Puyango Canton celebrate several important events throughout the year. These include both civic (community) and religious festivals.

• January 23: This day celebrates the anniversary of Puyango becoming a canton.
• July 16: A commercial and religious celebration in honor of the Virgin of El Carmen.
• August 15: Another commercial and religious celebration, this time for the Virgin of the Assumption.
• September 14: A commercial and religious celebration in Mercadillo, honoring Señor del Girón.
• December 8: A commercial and religious celebration for the Immaculate Conception.

Images for kids

• Iglesia San Jacinto de Alamor.jpg

  The San Jacinto de Alamor Church, a notable landmark in the town.

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  A view of Alamor, showing its setting in the Loja Province.

See also

In Spanish: Alamor para niños