Chimborazo Province facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Chimborazo
Province
Province of Chimborazo
Chimborazo volcano
Flag Seal
Chimborazo Province in Ecuador
Cantons of Chimborazo Province
Country	Ecuador
Legal establishment	June 25, 1826
Capital	Riobamba
Area
• Total	6,499.72 km2 (2,509.56 sq mi)
Population  (2010 census)
• Total	458,581
• Density	70.55396/km2 (182.7339/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC-5 (ECT)
Vehicle registration	H

Chimborazo is a beautiful province in Ecuador, a country in South America. Its capital city is Riobamba. This province is famous for being home to Ecuador's highest mountain, Chimborazo, which stands tall at 6,267 meters (about 20,561 feet)!

Chimborazo is also where you can find part of the amazing Sangay National Park. This park is a special place full of incredible nature and wildlife. The province was officially established a long time ago, on June 25, 1826.

Exploring Chimborazo Province

Chimborazo Province covers an area of about 6,499 square kilometers. That's roughly 2,509 square miles! In 2010, the province had a population of around 458,581 people.

What is a Province?

In Ecuador, a province is like a large region or state. It's a way to divide the country into smaller parts for easier management. Each province has its own capital city, which is the main city where the local government is located. For Chimborazo, that's Riobamba.

Famous Mount Chimborazo

The province is named after Mount Chimborazo, a huge inactive volcano. It's the highest point in Ecuador and a very impressive sight. Even though it's a volcano, it hasn't erupted in a very long time.

Sangay National Park

Part of Sangay National Park is located within Chimborazo Province. This park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which means it's recognized as a very important natural place globally. It's home to many different animals and plants, including some that are rare or endangered.

Cantons of Chimborazo

The province of Chimborazo is divided into 10 smaller areas called cantons. Think of cantons as similar to counties or districts within a province. Each canton has its own main town or capital city.

Here's a list of the cantons in Chimborazo Province, along with their population from 2001 and their area:

See also

• In Spanish: Provincia de Chimborazo para niños