Giron is historically important as it was the site of the Tarqui battle when the region was invaded by Peru in 1829. In the town you can visit the house where the treaty was signed to end the war with Peru, before the signing of the official treaty in Guayaquil. One of the region's most important plants is cultivated here: the "achira" is used for floral decorations and is now cultivated on an industrial level.

Last updated 13th July 2006