One of the earliest towns in the region, Canar was established by the Spanish before they went on to found Azogues. Written evidence indicates that wheat was produced in around 1550. The whole area is home to mountain peaks including Pucaloma, Paredones, Cutuguay and Bueran. Canar is rich in agriculture and cattle-rearing, and is especially suited to the cultivation of potatoes and other root vegetables.

Places to visit

Parque Nacional Sangay

Canari Cemetery
The ancient Canari cemetary near Canar contains pottery with distinctive snake patterns.

 

Last updated 10th July 2006