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Taquil, Loja, Ecuador – Ecuador Flag

Current Date And Time In Taquil, Ecuador

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
00:52:47 ECT
State: Loja
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (ECT)
District: Loja

🗺 Map of Taquil, Loja, Ecuador – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Taquil, a city in Loja, Ecuador, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Taquil — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Taquil.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Ecuador operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Taquil, Loja

📍 LATITUDE
3.89°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
79.289°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)3.8902° S79.2891° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-3.8902-79.2891
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)3° 53' 25" S79° 17' 21" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)3° 53.4108' S79° 17.3436' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Taquil Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:21 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:22 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 0m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:22 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Taquil’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Taquil’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
433 km
(269 mi) • Taquil is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,806 km
(5,472 mi) • Taquil is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
3.89° N, 100.711° E
The point exactly opposite Taquil through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Taquil, you'd surface nearest to Bagan Datoh, Malaysia, about 13 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Taquil

📍 Location Details

CityTaquil
StateLoja (Provincia de Loja)
CountryEcuador
ContinentSouth America
DistrictLoja
Time Zone-06:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation2,533 m / 8,311 ft
GPS (DD)-3.8902, -79.2891

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Taquil

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Loja
Parent Country: Ecuador

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Taquil to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Loja.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ChantacoLojaW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
ChuquiribambaLojaNW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
SantiagoLojaN11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
CatamayoLojaSW13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
LojaLojaSE15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
El CisneLojaW16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Taquil to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Loja
15 km (9 mi)
SE of Taquil • ~15m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Quito
416 km (258 mi)
N of Taquil • ~6h 56m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Loja

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Loja, the home state of Taquil, along with each city's aerial distance from Loja, Loja's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Loja-3.9931° S-79.2042° W2,060 m0 km🗺 View Map
Catamayo-3.9866° S-79.3576° W1,452 m17 km🗺 View Map
Cariamanga-4.328° S-79.5558° W2,185 m54 km🗺 View Map
Macará-4.3818° S-79.9452° W549 m93 km🗺 View Map
Catacocha-4.0503° S-79.6498° W1,874 m50 km🗺 View Map
Celica-4.103° S-79.956° W2,003 m84 km🗺 View Map
Amarillos-3.8723° S-79.6932° W972 m56 km🗺 View Map
Buenavista-3.8919° S-79.7157° W1,062 m58 km🗺 View Map
Cangonamá-3.9653° S-79.7028° W1,771 m55 km🗺 View Map
Chaguarpamba-3.8778° S-79.6446° W1,291 m51 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Santa Rosa - Artillery Colonel Victor Larrea International Airport
IATA: ETR
93 km (58 mi) from Taquil
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🌍 Taquil Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Taquil Matter

The exact GPS location of Taquil gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Loja. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Loja state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Taquil Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Taquil are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Taquil

The satellite view of Taquil lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Ecuador map

🌎 Regional Position of Taquil in Loja

Taquil sits within Loja, Ecuador, in the South America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Taquil Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Taquil for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Loja. › Browse every city in Loja

💻 Using Taquil Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Taquil in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Ecuador. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Taquil Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Taquil directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Taquil. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Loja CitiesAccess the full city directory for Loja ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Taquil Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Taquil?

The GPS coordinates of Taquil are latitude -3.8902° and longitude -79.2891°. In directional format: 3.8902° S, 79.2891° W. These coordinates mark the center of Taquil in Loja and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Taquil located?

Taquil is a city in Loja, Ecuador, on the continent of South America. It falls within Loja. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Taquil?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Taquil sits at: Latitude 3° 53' 25" S and Longitude 79° 17' 21" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Taquil on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Taquil is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -3.8902, -79.2891 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Taquil in Loja. For broader context, explore the Loja state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Taquil?

The nearest airport to Taquil is Santa Rosa - Artillery Colonel Victor Larrea International Airport (ETR), roughly 93 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Taquil from Loja?

Taquil is approximately 15 km (9 mi) from Loja, the capital of Loja, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Loja.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Taquil?

Taquil sits at an elevation of approximately 2,533 meters (8,311 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Loja.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Taquil?

The closest cities to Taquil include Chantaco, Chuquiribamba, Santiago. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Taquil today?

Today in Taquil, sunrise is at 06:21 AM and sunset is at 06:22 PM, giving a day length of 12h 0m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Taquil's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Taquil from the Equator?

Taquil is approximately 433 km (269 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 8,806 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Taquil?

The antipodal point of Taquil — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Bagan Datoh, Malaysia, roughly 13 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Taquil from Quito, the capital of Ecuador?

Taquil is approximately 416 km (258 mi) N of Quito, the national capital of Ecuador, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.