Ecuador City Guide
Living in Ambato
Known as Ecuador's "Garden City," Ambato is a commercial and flower-production hub with a pleasant climate and lower costs than Quito. Very few expats but growing curiosity.
Province
Tungurahua
Climate
Cool highland, fertile valley
Cost of Living
Low
Population
180,000
Expat Scene
Very small. A handful of flower-industry expats and those seeking authentic highland life off the beaten path.
Healthcare
Adequate. Hospital General Docente de Ambato.
Why Move Here
- Very low cost
- Pleasant climate
- Flower festivals
- Authentic city
- Close to Baños
Challenges
- Almost no expat infrastructure
- Limited English
- Cold nights
- No international access
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Provinces Tungurahua
Tungurahua Province centers on Ambato, Ecuador's garden city, and Baños, the adventure tourism capital. Baños is a popular weekend and short-term destination for expats living elsewhere in Ecuador.
Tungurahua Provinces