Coronel Marcelino Maridueña facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Coronel Maridueña
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 Coronel Marcelino Maridueña
Location in Ecuador
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| Country | Ecuador |
| Province | Guayas |
| Area | |
| • Town | 2.39 km2 (0.92 sq mi) |
| Population
(2022 census)
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| • Town | 7,796 |
| • Density | 3,262/km2 (8,448/sq mi) |
| Climate | Aw |
Coronel Marcelino Maridueña is a small town in eastern Guayas, Ecuador. It is the main town, or seat, of the Coronel Marcelino Maridueña Canton.
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About the Town and Its People
Coronel Marcelino Maridueña is home to many people. In 2022, a census counted 13,183 people living in the wider Coronel Marcelino Maridueña Canton. The town itself had a population of 7,796.
Geography and What Grows There
The town is located in a fertile area. The most important crop grown here is sugar cane. Farmers also grow delicious bananas and many kinds of tropical fruits.
Several important rivers flow near the town. These include the Chimbo River, the Chanchán River, and the Barranco Alto River.
Culture and Traditions
The people of Coronel Marcelino Maridueña honor Saint Charles Borromeo. He is considered the patron saint of their town.
See also
In Spanish: Coronel Marcelino Maridueña (ciudad) para niños
