Pichincha Province facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pichincha
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Province
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| Province of Pichincha | |||
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Location of Pichincha in Ecuador.
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Cantons of Pichincha Province
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| Country | Ecuador | ||
| Established | 1824 | ||
| Named for | Pichincha volcano | ||
| Capital | Quito | ||
| Cantons |
List of Cantons
Cayambe
Mejía Pedro Moncayo Pedro Vicente Maldonado Puerto Quito Quito Rumiñahui San Miguel de los Bancos |
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| Area | |||
| • Total | 9,535.91 km2 (3,681.84 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2010 census)
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| • Total | 2,576,287 | ||
| • Density | 270.16687/km2 (699.7290/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (ECT) | ||
| Vehicle registration | P | ||
| HDI (2017) | 0.822 very high · 1st |
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Pichincha is a province in Ecuador, a country in South America. It is located in the northern part of Ecuador's mountain region, known as the "sierra." The capital and largest city of Pichincha is Quito, which is also the capital city of Ecuador! This province is very famous for its many beautiful rose farms. These farms grow a lot of the flowers that Ecuador sells to other countries around the world.
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Discovering Pichincha Province
Where is Pichincha Located?
Pichincha province is found in the northern part of Ecuador. It's in the Andes Mountains, which are very tall. The province is named after the famous Pichincha Volcano, a large volcano near Quito. This volcano is an important landmark in the area.
What is a Province?
A province is like a large region or a state within a country. It helps to organize the country into smaller parts. Each province has its own capital city and its own local government. Pichincha was officially created in 1824.
Important Cities and Towns
The capital city of Pichincha is Quito. Quito is not only the biggest city in the province, but it's also the capital of all of Ecuador! It's a very old city with a lot of history. Besides Quito, Pichincha has other important towns and areas called cantons. These include:
- Cayambe
- Mejía
- Pedro Moncayo
- Pedro Vicente Maldonado
- Puerto Quito
- Rumiñahui
- San Miguel de los Bancos
Nature and Economy
Pichincha province is known for its beautiful natural areas. It has mountains, valleys, and rivers. The climate can change a lot depending on how high up you are.
One of the most important parts of Pichincha's economy is its flower industry. There are many large farms that grow roses and other flowers. These flowers are then sent to different countries, making Ecuador famous for its beautiful blooms. The province also has farming and other businesses.
How is Pichincha Governed?
Like other provinces in Ecuador, Pichincha has a local government. The main leader of the province is called the Provincial Prefect. This person helps manage the province and its services for the people living there.
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Pichincha para niños
