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Saint Anthony of Padua Church

Also known as the Church of the Loma de Quito, it has spectacular architecture, where the image of the Lord of Great Power and the Immaculate Conception stands out. A work that embellishes the city of Riobamba. San Antonio de Padua Church Riobamba Construction: XIX century Architectural style: Neoclassical San Antonio de Padua Church Architectural Review Its Solomonic columns form three naves, in the upper part of the altar is the image of San Antonio, in the lower left part San Francisco, in the center the Lord of Great Power and to the right the image of the Immaculate Conception. Location San Antonio de Padua Church The site chosen for this church and its convent is one of the most beautiful in Riobamba; located in an upper area of the city, in front of the 21 de Abril park, a historic place that recalls the libertarian events of 1822. The construction of this church begins in 1935, being the Franciscan priest P. Toribio López who directs the works and the author of the plans, the Arch. Aulestia. The construction ends in 1958 and in 1964 the main bell tower with a public clock is placed. In the central altarpiece are the effigies of Jesus del Gran Poder, the Immaculate Conception, Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Anthony of Padua. Riobamba Eucharist Schedule The church opens its doors from Monday to Sunday during Eucharist hours. Monday 07h00 and 08h00. Tuesday to Saturday 7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Sunday 6:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Attractions San Antonio de Padua Church The main altar of gold leaf with the sculptures of San Antonio de Padua, San Francisco, Jesús del Gran Poder and the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception. On the outside of the church is the Clock of the main dome.

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Hill of Quito

On the site of the famous battle of Tapi, a place of pilgrimage and enjoyment rises. The "Loma a Quito" is a complex that integrates the San Antonio de Padua Church and the April 21 Park, where you can see the Narea mural What should you know? The San Antonio de Padua Church is located on Argentinos and Juan Lavalle streets. Parque 21 de Abril is located between Calle Argentinos, Av. Miguel Antel León and José Orozco. On April 21, 1822, in the "Loma de Quito" the battle of independence "Batalla de Tapi" was fought, a confrontation that occurred between elements of the independence forces led by the Venezuelan general Antonio José de Sucre and the royalist forces commanded by Colonel Nicolás López. This is a cavalry action performed without firing a single bullet. On this elevation, the beautiful church located at the top of the Loma de Quito is currently erected, and is run by the Franciscan fathers. In its construction, its domes stand out, as well as the interior paintings painted by Spanish, Italian and Ecuadorian artists. The start of construction of the temple was on August 26, 1883 and it was blessed on April 15, 1951, being its promoter Fray Toribio López, it is one of the most popular temples for the faithful, a large number of celebrations are held here. liturgical acts throughout the year.

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April 21 Park

In the Battle of Riobamba a victory was achieved that began to light the flame of the Independence of Ecuador. Recalling the memories of the Battle of Riobamba in 1822, it is said that this cavalry encounter began right in the streets of the south of the city where patriots and royalists clashed. After an arduous battle, the tremendous insult culminated in the plains of Tapi. Upon his triumphant return, Marshal Antonio José de Sucre climbed to the highest point in the city where he proclaimed the phrase that would motivate his entire patriotic army: "From this hill, to Quito..." The park commemorates the historical event with a commemorative pyramid , the bust of General Juan Galo de Lavalle and the historic mural worked on by Eloy Narea. “On December 19, 1921, the ordinance was issued for the erection of a monument to the heroes of the Battle of Riobamba on the Loma a Quito; On April 21, 1922, the April 21 Park was handed over. On January 19, 1923, Natale Tormen reports having completed the commemorative pyramid of the park” (Cepeda, 2010, p. 260. Riobamba). SCHEDULE From 06:00 to 19:00 every day. ATTRACTIONS San Antonio de Padua Church, Nationality Mural, Commemorative Pyramid and bust of Juan Galo Lavalle.

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Museum and Cultural Center of Riobamba

Central Bank Museum in Riobamba After a rehabilitation process, the old Central Bank Museum in Riobamba opened its doors on February 5, 2020. The rehabilitated property has state-of-the-art lighting and audio systems and Wi-Fi service. This cultural venue seeks to preserve memory, both nationally and in the Sierra del Centro region of the country. The Museum and Cultural Center of Riobamba invites us to go through history from a current experience, seeking to reflect on the past as a scenario that must be constantly explored and reconstructed. This museum is not only a place to enjoy the observation of works of art or heritage pieces, the museum also aims to be a meeting point and dialogue between the curatorial proposal and the knowledge and wisdom of visitors. It is a space that promotes the cultural offer of the region and that brings us closer to the milestones of the past that we do not know or have forgotten, all this through the permanent exhibition of topics such as: Hall of the Elder Ancestors. Illustrious Women of Riobamba. Archaeological pieces from the Chimborazo area. Samples from the ancient city of Riobamba. Social movements and Monsignor Leonidas Proaño. Hours of operation of the Museum and Cultural Center of Riobamba From Tuesday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost of admission to the Riobamba Museum and Cultural Center Gratuitous.

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Barriga Park, Riobamba

A park where old friends meet to talk or play a game of cards, there are sports courts to enjoy with friends and family. What should you know? The place is generally frequented by elderly and retired gentlemen, who gather in groups of friends and sit down to play cards at the cement tables installed in the park, in addition to its surroundings we find rest chairs, a basketball court and soccer; without forgetting the grandstand that was built because in the past the April 21 party parades took place on Veloz Avenue, currently, the November 11 school civic parade is the only one that passes through this route.

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Teodoro Gallegos Coliseum

What should you know? The Teodoro Gallegos Borja Coliseum is located at José Veloz and Vicente Rocafuerte streets, in the Riobamba canton belonging to the Chimborazo province, Ecuador. This space was built in the 70s. It is currently used to hold championships, contests and artistic or public numbers. Its infrastructure is very good, so it can be used for all these purposes. It has free WIFI enabled for the use of citizens. Outside the coliseum there are businesses that sell lupine ceviche, every day, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Exteriors of the Teodoro Gallegos Borja Coliseum Outside the city's largest coliseum, several hollows promote typical flavors of the Ecuadorian Andes. Lupine ceviche in the Ecuadorian Andes With less than 30 years of history, Riobamba lupin ceviches have managed to earn a good place on the gastronomic map of Ecuador. A group of Riobambeñas at the end of the last century, found in the pork chochos, roasting and leather, an opportunity to start itinerant food businesses. The innovation prompted these vendors to incorporate tomato juice, thus adopting the name of ceviche. This ceviche is made up of lupins, tomato juice, pork skin, onions, mincemeat and is accompanied with canguil, toast and chifles, they also offer two types of chili, the strong one that really contains chili and is tomato-colored; or the soft one that is a lupine smoothie without chili and is white. Apart from its traditionality, this dish is very nutritious since the chocho has a large amount of calcium that contributes to the strengthening and care of the bones. In the Coliseum, the stand of Doña Mari stands out

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