Ecuador

Balao

Ecuador
Balao, Ecuador
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Small Pacific-coast town in Ecuador's Guayas Province, Balao sits on the shore of the ocean with mountains visible inland. Fishing and shrimp farming are the economic backbone of the town, giving it a working waterfront character. The wider region holds UNESCO World Heritage sites within reach.

  • Population12,205
  • Nearest water0.1 km
  • Nearest mountain21.1 km
  • UNESCO within 50 km5

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