Turi, Ecuador Explained

Official Name:Turi
Settlement Type:Parish
Pushpin Map:Ecuador
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name: Ecuador
Subdivision Name1:Azuay Province
Subdivision Type2:Canton
Subdivision Name2:Cuenca Canton
Unit Pref:Imperial
Area Total Km2:26.2
Population As Of:2001
Population Total:6692
Timezone:ECT
Utc Offset:-5
Coordinates:-2.95°N -137°W
Blank Name:Climate
Blank Info:Cfb

Turi is a town and parish in Cuenca Canton, Azuay Province, Ecuador. The parish covers an area of 26.2 km² and according to the 2001 Ecuadorian census it had a population total of 6,692.[1] It is perched on a hill with a public park that features an overlook of the city of Cuenca; perhaps and the only site where the entire city can be observed while still on the ground.

There are artisan shops outside of the church that sell boots and hats, while a number of souvenir stalls dot the roadway.

The Turi Church and observation point is a stop on the Cuenca bus tour.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Parroquia Turi. Asociación de Juntas Parroquiales Rurales del Azuay. February 26, 2010.
  2. Web site: Turi Church and Observation Point. Unofficial Guide, Philippines. March 23, 2018.