Francisco Pizarro, Nariño, Colombia, also known as Pizarro or Salahonda, is located at latitude 2.1019400 and longitude -78.7216700. It is situated in the southern part of Colombia, near the border with Ecuador. The town experiences a tropical rainforest climate, with an average temperature of 25°C (77°F) and high humidity. The history of Francisco Pizarro dates back to the 16th century, when it was founded by Spanish conquistadors. The town played an important role in the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire and is named after Francisco Pizarro, the Spanish conquistador who led the expedition. The heritage of Francisco Pizarro is influenced by its Spanish colonial past, and the town features a number of historical buildings, including the Church of San Francisco de Asís.
Geographic Data for Francisco Pizarro, Nariño, Colombia
| Latitude | 2° 6.116' |
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| Longitude | -78° -43.300' |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |