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MANTA Shipyard
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MANTA Shipyard

It is a very colorful place for all the people who pass through the avenue, you can see boats under construction and in this way observe a typical manifestation of the inhabitants of the coastal areas of Manabí. The quality of the product is good, most of the boats are owned by the same people who repair them, they are made by family groups. The Manta shipyard, in addition to being a place where countless artisanal boats are built, is now a tourist spot. Few shipowners come to ask for help from the cabinetmakers' naval services. Artisanal fishing boats must be given maintenance every two years and routine maintenance every 6 months, for example, the construction of a 60-ton boat lasts between 6 and 10 months after it is ready, a short time must be left for the wood to of the boat to dry. In the shipyard there are approximately nine positions for the elaboration of artisanal fishing boats and more or less 15 workers are employed for this task. Location It is located on the Tarqui beach, on the Port-Airport road. Manta Shipyard The highlights of the Manta Shipyard Parque del Marisco: Located at the foot of the urban beach of Tarqui, it is a set of restaurants built and decorated in a rustic style. Here the visitor will enjoy a very fresh and pleasant atmosphere, and will be able to please the palate with the best coastal food in Manabí, prepared with fresh seafood. The ceviches, casseroles, viches, seafood soups and the delicious "camotillo" (whole fried fish) are traditional. A few minutes away, between the Tarqui beach and the Esteros beach, are the Seafood Market and the Shipyard, where you can see the traditional way of building fishing boats. The Monument to the Fisherman: It is the main link of the Puerto-Airport road, it has always been the strategic point of arrival of the fishing fibers of the artisanal fishermen, from this beach you can see the main view of the Port of Manta.

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Cancebí Ethnographic Municipal Museum
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Cancebí Ethnographic Municipal Museum

The "Cancebi" Ethnographic Museum is created with the aim of rescuing the memory of the peasant, montubio and the cholo fisherman of the province of Manabí. This museum presents the traditional homes and livelihoods of this area of the province. There is a house that replicates those that were occupied by the Manabites, built with guadua cane.The name "Cancebí" geographically represents the central strip of the Manabí coast, occupied by the Lordship of Cancebí. Address Av. 2 and calle 9 in front of the Palace of Justice Entry price Free

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Bat Beach
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Bat Beach

It is one of the most visited in Manta, it has the Scenic Boardwalk, made up of restaurants, areas for recreational sports, craft markets, bars and other places for fun and relaxation. Near this beach are located the main banks, hotels and the commercial area of ​​the city. It is a quiet and welcoming beach for bathers, but due precautions and recommendations must be taken on days of water or sea currents, for which the civil defense warns the public with colored flags. Tourists prefer it all year round, and at times of carnival festivities. It has an approximate length of 1,700 meters of beach. The sand of this beach is fine and greenish gray. Ideal for practicing water sports such as surfing, kite-surfing, diving, sailing, body-boarding and fishing. Its name is due to its bat-like shape, with its wings spread. Location Murciélago Beach El Murciélago Beach is located in the Manta canton, Manta parish, in the urban area of ​​the city.

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Barbasquillo Beach
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Barbasquillo Beach

It is divided from Cabo San Lorenzo to the pier of the Port of Manta. It is located to the south of the city of Manta, in the new urban and hotel development zone. A little further south is Barbasquillo, a beach with cliffs that give it a wonderful scenic view. Location Located south of the city of Manta, in the province of Manabí.

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Santa Marianita Beach
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Santa Marianita Beach

Santa Marianita Beach is located to the south of Manta, a few minutes from San Mateo, it is a small town dedicated primarily to fishing. It is a tourist place that you cannot miss due to its attractive extreme sports. Kitesurfing is a very popular sport on this beach, it is practiced by national and foreign tourists, it also has 2 schools which are ready to teach you the practices of kitesurfing, without a doubt it is an adventure that you will never forget. It is a very popular beach since it is located in the ideal rural area for those who want to get out of the routine and the smock of the city. This beach offers almost 8 kilometers of ideal beaches to enjoy with family or friends. It offers a unique landscape where you can enjoy its warm waters with the tranquility of the sector. From the upper part you can see two elevations known as Punta Cangrejo and Tarima. Location It is located to the south of Manta, a few minutes from San Mateo, it is a small town dedicated primarily to fishing.

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Pacoche Coastal Marine and Wildlife Refuge
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Pacoche Coastal Marine and Wildlife Refuge

This protected area owes its name to the Pacoche hills, located on the cape of San Lorenzo south of Manta. The refuge protects 5,045 hectares of terrestrial ecosystems and 8,500 hectares of coastal marine environments. The coastline attached to the refuge has 13 kilometers of sandy and rocky beaches, as well as large cliffs that are equally very attractive. There are two trails inside the Reserve, these are: Sendero el Faro, Sendero Pasaje del Mono.It is a place whose mountains contain archaeological remains of the Manta culture. Location Pacoche Wildlife Refuge is located 26 kilometers from Manta.

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San Lorenzo beach in Manabi
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San Lorenzo beach in Manabi

It has a very characteristic landscape, with rock formations, caves and cliffs. At the top of the mountain is the Mirador del Faro with a wonderful view of the ocean and nearby beaches.It is a very popular beach for wave lovers, such as surfers and bodyboarders. It has restaurants and accommodation. The landscape is predominantly maritime with a clear horizon, facing the west with full visibility from north to south, except for the point 230º south-east where the silhouette of the Isla de la Plata can be seen, towards the back collineation continues to form in some sections cliffs with rocky outcrops. Location San Lorenzo Beach It is located on the cape of the same name, it is the most outstanding point of the Manabi coast, where the rural parish of San Lorenzo is located.

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Manta

Manabí, Ecuador

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Region

costa

Province

Manabí

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