Train Station, Riobamba

Description:

This station was built with the purpose of joining the highlands with the coast. The route Riobamaba – Sibambe – Alausi is one of the masterpieces of railway engineering, which permits the train to ascend a slope that goes from 1,800 meters (5,906 feet) to 2,600 meters (8,530 feet) elevation. This is known as the Devil’s Nose.

  • Latitude: 1º40'13''S
  • Longitude: 78º39'15''O
  • Altitude: 2750
  • Location City: Riobamba
  • Photographer: Fabián Villagómez
  • Address: Avenida 10 de Agosto & Carabobo, Riobamba, Chimborazo