Ecuador facts and history in brief
Riobamba is the capitol city of
the Chimborazo province.
It is a traditional, old fashioned city, that
will entrance you
with its unique charm and boredom.
The Chimborazo province has the largest
population of indigenous people in Ecuador.
Riobamba has a population of nearly half million.
Riobamba is the trade centre of the agricultural
industry in the province.
Nestled amidst the Andes with many
scenic roads around with beautiful
views.
Riobamba's manufactured
products include textiles, handicrafts,
leather goods, beer, and dairy products.
Riobamba was founded in 1534, by Spanish
conquerors, and was originally called Cajabamba.
The city is also noted for being
on the rail line between Quito and
Guayaquil and most notable near
the famous Alausi railway line with
its' famous Devil's Nose 'switchbacks'.
We spent very little
time in Riobamba.
We came by the famous train and
we returned soon afterwards for
an "instant replay" of an once in
a lifetime experience of the 'Alausi
train ride'.
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