Standard TimeECT |
UTC-5 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
America/Guayaquil |
Makara time compared to Beijing time (China) |
13 hours ahead |
Introduction to Makara, Ecuador
Macará is a border city in the province of Loja in southwestern Ecuador, located on the border with Peru, in the watershed of the Macará River in the western foothills of the Andes. The city is about 450 meters above sea level and has a tropical climate, with a population of about 13,000 people, and is one of the important land border crossings in Ecuador.
Geographic and Economic Characteristics
Makala's economy is based on agriculture and border trade, and the surrounding area is rich in coffee, sugar cane, rice and other crops. The city is connected to the city of Latina in Peru through an international bridge, with a large number of cross-border flows of people and goods every day. The city center retains its colonial-style architecture, with the main plaza and San Juan Church as local cultural landmarks.
Tourism and Transportation
Visitors can experience a unique border culture and explore the nearby Puerto Piola Nature Reserve. Makara is connected by road to the city of Loja, the capital of Loja province (about 3 hours by car), and has a small airport. The best time to travel is during the dry season from May to September, and the border crossing is open daily from 6:00 to 22:00.
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Makara Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-03-20
Sunrise Time
06:23
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Sunset Time
18:30
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