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Quilotoa: A breathtaking adventure destination in the Andes
14 km north of Zumbahua, within the Ilinizas Ecological Reserve, Quilotoa is the westernmost volcano in the Andes. But perhaps the most impressive thing about this 12,840 ft dormant volcano,
Riobamba: Celebrations in the Andes!
Andean celebrations are based on the relationship between nature, the human being, the deity and ancestral beings. Every year, in the Andes, 4 events are celebrated based on reciprocity, agriculture
Pase del Niño in Riobamba: A celebration in the Andes
During the months of December and January, Riobamba celebrates “El Pase del Niño” or the “Passing of the Child” (Christ). And this year is special. In September, the Ministry of
Cuenca: Explore a cultural treasure in the Andes
Cuenca is the capital of Azuay province and the third largest city in Ecuador. Located in a peaceful and relaxed setting, the city of Cuenca has a distinguished skyline marked
Southern Andes: The land of ancestral trails and unexplored ecological reserves
As you head down the Panamericana road, you will find lower elevations and warmer drier climates. The Southern Andes region has a lonely, faraway feel to it, reinforced by its
Northern Andes: Mountains, Lakes & Folklore
In the Northern Andes of Ecuador you will find a variety of destinations; from colonial haciendas, stunning mountain landscapes, beautiful local markets, highland lakes inside craters, and one of the
Discover the “Anti” or Andes: The land where the sun rises
Some provinces in Ecuador’s highlands such as Imbabura, Pichincha, Cotopaxi, Tungurahua, and Chimborazo, are named after the most important volcano in its territory. Discover the Andes mountain chain on your
Celebrating Inti Raymi in Ingapirca
Located in Cañar, Ingapirca Inca architectural complex is the most important pre-columbian site in Ecuador! Ingapirca means “wall of the Inca” and on-site, you can find the remains of what
Descubriendo Pastaza con Juan José Olivo
Juan José Olivo es consultor turístico y fotógrafo de Pastaza, desde hace más de 7 años vive en la Amazonía ecuatoriana. En esta entrevista nos cuenta sobre sus aventuras y
