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Morona Santiago
Province
Province of Morona Santiago
Flag of Morona Santiago
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Coat of arms of Morona Santiago
Coat of arms
Location of Morona-Santiago Province in Ecuador.
Location of Morona-Santiago Province in Ecuador.
Cantons of Morona Santiago Province
Cantons of Morona Santiago Province
Country Ecuador
Established February 24, 1954
Capital Macas
Cantons List of Cantons
Area
 • Province 25.690 km2 (9.919 sq mi)
Population
 (2010 census)
 • Province 147,940
 • Density 5,758.66/km2 (14,914.9/sq mi)
 • Urban
41,155
Time zone UTC-5 (ECT)
Vehicle registration V
HDI (2017) 0.708
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Morona Santiago is a beautiful province in the country of Ecuador. It's a special place known for its amazing nature and rich culture. This province was officially created on February 24, 1954. The main city and capital of Morona Santiago is Macas.

Discover Morona Santiago

Morona Santiago is located in the eastern part of Ecuador. It is a large province, covering about 25,690 square kilometers. This area is home to many different landscapes, from tall mountains to deep rainforests.

Nature and Wildlife

One of the most famous natural spots here is Sangay National Park. This park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is full of incredible plants and animals. It has active volcanoes, glaciers, and rainforests. You can find unique species of birds, mammals, and plants that live only in this region. It's a great place for nature lovers and adventurers.

People and Culture

About 147,940 people lived in Morona Santiago according to the 2010 census. Many different groups of people call this province home, including indigenous communities. These groups have their own unique traditions, languages, and ways of life. They often live in harmony with the natural environment.

How the Province is Organized

Morona Santiago is divided into smaller areas called cantons. Think of cantons like counties or districts within a larger state. There are 12 cantons in Morona Santiago, each with its own capital city. This helps manage the different areas of the province.

Canton Pop. (2001) Area (km²) Seat/Capital
Gualaquiza 15,288 2,203 Gualaquiza
Huamboya 5,965 653 Huamboya
Limón Indanza 10,192 2,101 General Leonidas Plaza Gutiérrez
Logroño 4,621 1,218 Logroño
Morona 31,379 5,095 Macas
Pablo Sexto 1,188 1,371 Pablo Sexto
Palora 6,317 1,436 Palora
San Juan Bosco 3,131 1,047 San Juan Bosco
Santiago de Méndez 9,841 1,691 Santiago de Méndez (Santiago)
Sucúa 14,412 893 Sucúa
Taisha 13,078 6,090 Taisha
Tiwintza     Santiago

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