Pillaro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Santiago de Píllaro
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Town
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 Pillaro
Location in Ecuador
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| Country |  Ecuador |
| Province | Tungurahua |
| Canton | Píllaro |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.31 km2 (2.05 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 2,803 m (9,196 ft) |
| Population
(2022 census)
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| • Total | 9,816 |
| • Density | 1,848.6/km2 (4,788/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Pillarenos |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (ECT) |
| Climate | Cfb |
Píllaro is a cool town in Ecuador, a country in South America! It's located in the Tungurahua province. Píllaro is the main town of the Píllaro Canton. You can find it about 19 kilometers (about 12 miles) northeast of Ambato, which is the capital city of the province.
This town sits high up in the Andes mountains. It is about 2,800 meters (over 9,000 feet) above sea level. The weather is usually mild, around 13 degrees Celsius (55 degrees Fahrenheit). Píllaro is a farming hub. It grows things like cereals, potatoes, and apples. It's also famous for its amazing wood carvings!
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History of Píllaro
The Story of Rumiñahui
Rumiñahui, a famous Incan military leader, was born in Huaynacuri de Píllaro around 1482. His name means "face of stone." He was the son of Huayna Cápac and Nary Ati. His grandparents were Pillahuaso Ati, a chief from Píllaro, and Queen Choasanguil.
In 1985, the National Congress of Ecuador decided to honor Rumiñahui. They chose December 1st to remember him. He is celebrated as an indigenous hero. He bravely defended the Kingdom of Quito against the Spanish conquistadors.
Founding and Changes
Píllaro was officially founded in 1570 by Antonio Clavijo. It became its own separate canton (a type of district) in 1851. The town faced a big challenge in 1949. A strong earthquake caused a lot of damage. Nearby towns like Ambato and Pelileo were also badly hit.
Geography of Píllaro
Gateway to Llanganates National Park
Píllaro is often called a gateway to the Llanganates National Park. This park is famous for a mysterious legend. The legend says that Rumiñahui hid Incan gold there. He was supposed to take the gold to Francisco Pizarro to pay a ransom for the kidnapped Incan king, Atahualpa.
However, Rumiñahui learned that his king had been killed. So, he changed his plans. He went to the deserted páramo (a type of high grassland) in the Llanganates. There, he buried the gold. Many people in Píllaro love this story. They believe the town is full of secrets and old legends.
Píllaro's Districts
Píllaro is divided into seven main districts. These are like smaller neighborhoods or areas within the canton:
- Baquerizo Moreno
- Emilio María Terán (also known as Rumipamba)
- Marcos Espinel (also known as Chacata)
- Presidente Urbina (also known as Chagrapamba)
- San Andrés
- San José de Poaló
- San Miguelito
Climate in Píllaro
Píllaro has a mild climate, which is typical for places high in the Andes. The temperatures don't change much throughout the year. It gets a good amount of rain, especially from January to May. This type of climate is great for farming.
| Climate data for Pillaro, elevation 2,805 m (9,203 ft), (1971–2000) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 19.4 (66.9) |
19.6 (67.3) |
18.8 (65.8) |
18.8 (65.8) |
18.6 (65.5) |
17.3 (63.1) |
16.9 (62.4) |
17.5 (63.5) |
18.4 (65.1) |
19.7 (67.5) |
20.6 (69.1) |
19.8 (67.6) |
18.8 (65.8) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 8.0 (46.4) |
8.2 (46.8) |
8.3 (46.9) |
8.5 (47.3) |
8.5 (47.3) |
7.8 (46.0) |
7.5 (45.5) |
7.1 (44.8) |
7.5 (45.5) |
7.8 (46.0) |
7.5 (45.5) |
8.0 (46.4) |
7.9 (46.2) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 47.0 (1.85) |
63.0 (2.48) |
84.0 (3.31) |
73.0 (2.87) |
61.0 (2.40) |
57.0 (2.24) |
44.0 (1.73) |
41.0 (1.61) |
57.0 (2.24) |
62.0 (2.44) |
72.0 (2.83) |
44.0 (1.73) |
705 (27.73) |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 75 | 76 | 78 | 76 | 78 | 79 | 81 | 76 | 76 | 75 | 73 | 73 | 76 |
| Source: FAO | |||||||||||||
See also
In Spanish: Píllaro para niños
