Cultural Landscapes
The NDA’s cultural resources are also worthy of note. The area possesses rich and cultural landscapes, most notably remnants of the Cañari, Puruhuá and Inca cultures that include terraces, roads, ceremonial sites, and other archaeological artifacts. The area also possesses a rich contemporary culture, melded with traces of the past, evident in local textiles, music, food and customs. The area’s population is estimated to be 4,000.