Ecuador Province

Cotopaxi Province

Cotopaxi Province is dominated by the Cotopaxi volcano and the Quilotoa crater lake. Latacunga is a transit hub on the Pan-American Highway. Popular with trekkers and adventure travelers.

Capital

Latacunga

Climate

Cold highland, windy

Population

420,000

Cost of Living

Low

Expat Scene

Very small. Some adventure guides and remote workers in Saquisilí.

Healthcare

Basic. Hospital General de Latacunga.

Known For

  • Cotopaxi volcano
  • Quilotoa crater lake
  • Indigenous markets
  • Pan-American transit

Airports

None — use Quito (UIO, ~1.5hrs)
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