Baños de Agua Santa Postal Codes: 180301 | Baños de Agua Santa, Tungurahua

Key Facts

Baños de Agua Santa is a city and parish located in the Tungurahua Province of central Ecuador, nestled in the Andean highlands at the base of the active Tungurahua volcano. Situated approximately 180 kilometers south of Quito, this popular tourist destination lies in a valley surrounded by lush cloud forests, waterfalls, and thermal springs that give the city its name, which translates to 'Baths of Holy Water.' With an estimated population of around 20,000 people, Baños covers an area of approximately 1,065 square kilometers and serves as the capital of the Baños Canton, which contains this single urban parish. The city is renowned for its adventure tourism, including hiking, mountain biking, rafting, and bridge jumping, while also being a gateway to the Amazon rainforest. As the administrative center of its canton, Baños provides access to postal code information and municipal services for residents and visitors exploring this vibrant Ecuadorian destination.

Neighboring Regions

• Patate
• Pelileo
• Quero
• Mocha
• Tisaleo