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Manta

Population: ~ 183.000

Time difference to London - Time zone GMT/UTC: -5 hours

Climate, weather: 30ºC (88ºF) hot and rainy from January to April. Cool and dry rest of year 25ºC (78ºF).

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It is the most important port city in the Province of Manabí and the one having the greater economy growth.

In Manta are located the beaches of Tarqui and El Murcielago that receive great tourism affluence because of the good hotel infrastructure. Some places near to Manta are Jaramijó, Punta Blanca, San Mateo and Montecristi.

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Manta (Ecuador) - Things to See:

• Banco Central Museum – Native Central American Artifacts
• Fishing Harbor
• Beaches and Coastline

Sea port

It is the international city port of the Ecuador; their dynamism is expressed in the industry and the trade, for their high production of tuna, coffee, tagua and cocoa, products quoted in the world market. The climate, the marine ambient, the coastal mountain, and the relief of the land are central elements of the tourist attractiveness of Manta and Manabí.

Sports and beaches

Manta has some of South America's most breathtaking beaches, Manta was selected as the site of the sixth South American Windsurfing Championship. It is reknowned for its diving and sport fishing.

Entertainment

In addition, Manta hosts an International Theater Festival in September. Sporting events take place in November, and also from January through April. In the city one also finds a selection of first rate night clubs, amusement parks, and casinos.

Typically products

Produced in Manabì and known throughout the world are the original and official "Panama" hats, which are made just outside of Manta in the town of Montecristi. Manabì is also famous for its delicious cuisine, much of which is the best in the country. For those who enjoy seafood Manta is second to none.

The Murcielago

With its scenic boardwalk has a group of restaurants, recreational sports, craft markets, bars and other places for fun and relaxation. Located nearby are banks, hotels and a commercial area. The waters are favorable for practicing aquatic sports such as surfing, sailing, body-boarding, and fishing.

More places to go

TARQUI, Park of the Shellfish is where delicious local foods are prepared for your enjoyment. The practice of several sports is also available. SAN MATEO: Area of urban expansion, home to fishermen who are dedicated to their occupation, much like their Manteña ancestors. SAN LORENZO'S LIGHTHOUSE: Wide beaches with wonderful views from the lighthouse where you can see the Isla de la Plata (Island of Silver). This area is part of an ecological reserve called Parque Nacional Machalilla.

Where to go outside of Manta

MACHALILLA NATIONAL PARK: With its well known Isla de la Plata offers similar fauna to the Galápagos Islands (2 ½ hours from Manta).
MONTECRISTI: Home of the famous Panamá Hats (15 minutes from Manta).
SAN PLACIDO WATERFALLS: Natural waterfalls inside a forest of incredible flora. (2 hours from Manta).
LA LOCITA WATERFALLS: Natural waterfalls located in the town of Junín. (2 hours from Manta).
BAHÍA DE CARÁQUEZ: Islas Frigatas, The Orchids Tropical Dry Forest, Island of The Birds, Wetlands of the Río Chone Estuary, Hikes to the Punta Bellaca.

More information and interesting Web-Sites regarding Manta:

► www.municipiodemanta.com

City administration: Municipalidad de San Pablo de Manta

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