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Manabi
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A city located at the foot of the sea at the bay formed by the mounth of the Chone River. Its first settlers were the Caras, a tribe which is believed to have migrated from Central America, and which became a very important part of the nationality of this country; this is why Bahia is also known as the Craddle of the Ecuadorian Nationality .
Montecristi
Located at the foot of the Montecrist hills is the birthplace of one of the greatest liberal revolutionaries in the history of Ecuador, Eloy Alfaro, universally known for his ideals.
In this town of friendly and cordial people, you can find many artisan shops and great variety of articles, specially the famous toquilla straw hats.
Manta
The most important city of the province after the capital. Manta attracts tourists during the entire year because it is a port with many advantages, located on a bay which has given it the characteristcs of being The door to Ecuador on the Pacific Ocean. Its location is strategic for north or southbound vessels as it is located at the center of the Ecuadorian coastline. Thanks to its delightful spring climate with an average of 24'C and at an altitude of 6 m.asl. Manta occupies the first place in the choice of a vacation resort.
Municipio de Manta; A site where you can find a lot information about Manta
Manta, Ecuador - Eloy Alfaro Air Base, is one of five primary Ecuadorean Air Force air bases
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Manabí Province
The origen of the name of the Province corresponds to two Quechua MANA meaning no or nothing and PI which in Caubi means water, thus MANABI means no water. Later on, PI was changed to BI which also means water.
The presence of the Mayas en Manabí dates back to approximately the year 500 A.C, their main city being Jocay, which today is Manta. Its high level of civilization and antiquity has had a strong influence on many later civilizations of South America, not only in the coastal region but also in interior regions. This is why we can say Manabí was the center of the Maya culture.
The Caras appeared 300 years later where today Bahia de Caraquez stands and where they founded their reing making Bahia their capital.
Portoviejo
Also Known as the city of the -Royal Tamarindo-. It acquired this fame because of the tamarind tree plantations which grew so tall and lush that they became the pride of the city.
Portoviejo is by tradition a cultured and hospitalarian city and one of the most ancient of Ecuador and America.
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