High
up in the
mountains
at 2,300m
and only 7kms
from Guaranda,
Chillanes
lives up to
its name -
the average
temperature
is no more
than a chilly
15°C. It's
a diverse
area in terms
of vegetation,
and there
are extensive
jungle areas
in addition
to archeological
ruins and
remains. On
Zumbi hill
there's a
site where
the people
of Chillanes
once worshiped
Chimborazo.
Places
to visit
Near Chillanes
you can visit
the archaeological
remains
of the Chillanes
tribe.
Last
updated 11th
July 2006
