Azogues
Azogues (Spanish pronunciation: [aˈsoɣes]) is the capital of Azogues Canton and of Cañar Province in Ecuador.
Azogues
San Francisco de Peleusí de Azogues | |
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City | |
From top, left to right: Panoramic view of the city, Pedestrian Bridge of the Burgay River, Marco Romero Heredia Children's Park, Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Cloud, Virgin of the Cloud viewpoint on the Abuga hill and Jorge Andrade Cantos Stadium. | |
Azogues Location in Ecuador | |
| Coordinates: 2°44′S 78°50′W | |
| Country | Ecuador |
| Province | Cañar Province |
| Canton | Azogues |
| Founded | April 16, 1825 |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Javier Serrano |
| Area | |
| • City | 14.34 km2 (5.54 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) |
| Population (2022 census) | |
| • City | 35,763 |
| • Density | 2,500/km2 (6,500/sq mi) |
| Demonym | Azogueño |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| Climate | Cfb |
| Website | www |
Azogues Canton had a population of 74,515 (2022 census).
Azogues is located at 2,518 meters above sea level (8,261 feet), its population is of 35,763 and its average temperature is 17 °C (63 °F). It is also known for its Panama hat industry (jipi japa); the hats are produced primarily for export.
It was founded on 4 October 1562, by Gil Ramirez Davalos. Initially part of the old Township of Cuenca, in 1775 it was promoted to parish status.
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