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The Region of IntagT During the prehispanic period, Intag was a heavily forested region that was home to a number of different ethnic groups, the last of whom disappeared at the end of the XVII century. The predominant ethnic groups living in the region were the “Bolsas Niguas” and the “Yumba”, who shared a swathe of territory extending from the western edge of modern-day Pichincha into Gualea, Nanegal, Pacto and other nearby regions. Intag’s imposing geography, among other factors, has historically contributed to a condition of social insulation that is evident in tight-knit communities as well as the distinct collective identity shared by residents in the region. The reality of poor physical access has lead to the development of distinct strategies for oral and interpersonal communication. Considering these circumstances is critical in ensuring an adequate difussion of information in the region. In the past ten years, the arrival of modes of communication such as telephones, radios and televisions has been a key element in connecting Intag’s inhabitants with the outside world. This relative opening of Intag to external influences must be understood in the context of widespread interest in Intag’s rich natural resources and beauty. This has no doubt been a factor in the increase of both national and international visitors drawn to the region, but despite this natural bounty, Intag’s population receives little State attention and remains largely marginalized. |
he subtropical region of Intag is located in Cotacachi County, and extends from the Western Andean Cordillera into the provinces of Pichincha and Esmeraldas. Intag is made up of 6 townships: Apuela, García Moreno, Peñaherrera, Cuellaje, Vacas Galindo and Plaza Gutiérrez. The average temperature varies between 23 and 30 degrees celcius.
