Manu Postal Codes: 110806 | Saraguro, Loja

Key Facts

Manu is a rural parish (parroquia) located in the Saraguro Canton of Loja Province in southern Ecuador. Situated in the Andean highlands, Manu lies within the broader Saraguro region, which is known for its significant indigenous Saraguro population who maintain strong cultural traditions. This parish occupies an area of approximately 45 square kilometers in the mountainous terrain characteristic of southern Ecuador's Loja Province. Manu is divided into several smaller communities and settlements that dot its landscape, with the parish center serving as the administrative and social hub for local residents. The region's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with local farmers cultivating crops suited to the high-altitude environment and engaging in small-scale livestock raising. The parish maintains close cultural and economic ties with the broader Saraguro indigenous territory while functioning as an administrative unit within Ecuador's political structure. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data for Manu's various communities and settlements can be accessed through official Ecuadorian postal services.

Neighboring Regions

• Tenta
• Selva Alegre
• San Antonio de Cumbe
• Urdaneta