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Tulcán is the capital of the province of Carchi in Ecuador and the seat of Tulcán Canton. The population of the city of Tulcán was 56,719 in the 2022 census. Tulcán is known for its hot springs, deep wells, 3-acre topiary garden cemetery, the most elaborate topiary in the New World, created with Cupressus sempervirens by José Maria Azael Franco in 1936. The city is the highest in Ecuador, at 2,950 m (9,680 ft) above sea level, and it is located in the north of Andes Mountains in Ecuador, at 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) of the border between Ecuador and Colombia.

As you wander through the streets of Tulcán, you'll be greeted by the sight of immaculately kept gardens, ornate monuments, and beautifully preserved colonial architecture. One of the town's most famous landmarks is the Tulcán Cemetery, which is widely regarded as one of the most impressive cemeteries in the world. Here, you can marvel at the intricate topiary sculptures that decorate the graves, each one carefully crafted by the talented gardeners who tend to the cemetery.

If you're looking to delve deeper into Tulcán's history and culture, a visit to the Museo Etnohistórico de Tulcán is a must. This fascinating museum offers a wealth of information about the indigenous people who have inhabited the Andean region for centuries, as well as the history of Tulcán itself. You'll also find a wide range of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the town's rich cultural heritage, from traditional crafts and textiles to ancient pottery and ceramics.