Manabí Province

Manabí (Spanish pronunciation: [manaˈβi]) is a province in Ecuador. Its capital is Portoviejo. The province is named after the Manabí people.[3]

Manabí
Province
Province of Manabí
Flag of Manabí
Flag
Coat of arms of Manabí
Coat of arms
Anthem: Himno de Manabí
Location of Manabí Province in Ecuador.
Location of Manabí Province in Ecuador.
Cantons of Manabí Province
Cantons of Manabí Province
Coordinates: 1.05222°S 80.4506°W / -1.05222; -80.4506
CountryEcuador
EstablishedJune 25, 1824.
CapitalPortoviejo
CantonsList of Cantons
Area
 • Province18,939.60 km2 (7,312.62 sq mi)
Population
 (2010)[1]
 • Province1,369,780
 • Density72/km2 (190/sq mi)
 • Urban
615,491
Time zoneUTC-5 (ECT)
Vehicle registrationM
HDI (2017)0.733[2]
high · 10th
Websitewww.manabi.gob.ec
Comuna Salango

Demographics

Ethnic groups as of the Ecuadorian census of 2010:[4]

Economy

The economy of Manabí, a coastal province situated in the western region of the Republic of Ecuador, is deeply entrenched in the cultivation and processing of abundant natural resources and organic products. These commodities, which include but are not limited to cacao, bananas, noble woods, cotton, and seafood, have played a pivotal role in shaping the economic landscape of this region, and continue to serve as primary drivers of its economic growth and sustenance.

Moreover, the industrial sector of Manabí province is founded on the production of tuna, a marine delicacy renowned for its premium quality and taste, as well as the artisanal crafting of superior grade tobacco products, and the manufacturing of agua ardiente, a Spanish brandy beverage that is a hallmark of the region's culinary tradition and heritage.

In addition to these commercial activities, Manabí province is also renowned for its indigenous arts and crafts, particularly the crafting of Montecristi hats, popularly known as Panama hats, which are renowned for their stylish designs and intricate handiwork. The province is also recognized for its superior quality furniture made from rattan, a natural product that is widely renowned for its durability and aesthetic appeal.

In sum, the economy of Manabí province is a vibrant and diverse microcosm of the rich cultural and natural resources that abound in this region, and serves as a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of its people.

Cantons

The province is divided into 22 cantons. The following table provides a comprehensive overview of the twenty-two cantons of Manabí province, including their respective populations at the 2001 census, their areas in square kilometers (km²), and the names of their respective canton seats or capitals:

CantonPop. (2001)Area (km²)Seat/Capital
Bolívar35,627537Calceta
Chone117,6343,017Chone
El Carmen69,9981,732El Carmen
Flavio Alfaro25,3901,343Flavio Alfaro
Jama20,230575Jama
Jaramijó11,96797Jaramijó
Jipijapa65,7961,401Jipijapa
Junín18,491246Junín
Manta192,322309Manta
Montecristi43,400734Montecristi
Olmedo9,243253Olmedo
Paján35,9521,079Paján
Pedernales46,8761,932Pedernales
Pichincha29,9451,067Pichincha
Portoviejo303,682955Portoviejo
Puerto López16,626420Puerto López
Rocafuerte29,321280Rocafuerte
San Vicente19,116718San Vicente
Santa Ana45,2871,022Santa Ana
Sucre52,158764Bahía de Caráquez
Tosagua33,922377Tosagua
Veinticuatro de Mayo28,294524Sucre

See also
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References
  1. INEC.gob.ec Archived 2011-02-01 at the Wayback Machine
  2. Villalba, Juan. "Human Development Index in Ecuador". Scribd (in Spanish). Retrieved 2019-02-05.
  3. Origen del Nombre de Manabí Archived 2006-02-17 at the Wayback Machine
  4. "Resultados".
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