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Cotopaxi Volcano
Cotopaxi Volcano The Cotopaxi volcano, one of South America’s most-famous volcanos, is perhaps the most important point along the Avenue of the Volcanos, located just 30 miles (48.2 km) outside of Quito. On a clear day, Cotopaxi is visible from Quito. But to get a closer look, consider taking the
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El Cajas National Park
El Cajas National Park With its rolling lakelands, ancient quinua woods and sprawling cloud forest set against a jagged skyline of rocky peaks, the El Cajas National Park is a natural playground for adventurous travelers. Famous for its array of native wildlife, the park plays host to white-tailed
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Middle of the World Monument (La Mitad del Mundo)
Middle of the World Monument (La Mitad del Mundo) Who could resist the opportunity to visit the Middle of the World (Mitad del Mundo) and have your picture taken as you straddle the equator! This complex, built to commemorate the site where a French explorer calculated the world’s equatorial line,
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Isabela Island
Isabela Island Being the largest of the Galapagos Islands, Isla Isabela is one of the most intriguing tropical islands in the world. Approximately 1 million years old, the island is composed of six volcanoes, all of which but one are active. The unique geology of the island has drawn visitors from
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Otavalo Marketplace
Otavalo Marketplace Nestled in a valley at the foot of a volcano, Otavalo is a highland community of indigenous locals famed for their weaving skills and colorful textiles. The local people (Otavaleños) who sell their wares at the daily market, wear traditional clothing and have maintained their c
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Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi National Park Cotopaxi National Park (also known as Cotopaxi Volcano National Park) lies 53 kilometers (31 miles) southeast of Quito and is the second most visited (and second biggest) National Park in Ecuador. Cotopaxi National Parks main attraction is its still active volcano, which sta
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La Escalinata Staircase
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University of Otavalo
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Mundo Juvenil
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Cow Monument
Statue of a cow.
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Townhall & Clocktower
Central landmarks.
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Church
Central church.
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Capilla Santa Ana
This tiny church sits atop Cerro Santa Ana. Its worth climbing up here for the magnificent views.
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Lighthouse
You can climb the lighthouse for spectacular 360-degree views of the city and its rivers.
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Tropical Garden
These lush gardens arent very large, but theyre still worth a peek while strolling through the malecón .
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Parque Universitario La Argelia
Almost 5km south of the center, the 90-hectare reserve has excellent trails. You’ll need to cab it here ($1).
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Baños del Inka
Just north of town on the Panamericana, this nature area has impressive waterfalls and large rock formations.
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Parque Maldonado
The handsome, tree-filled Parque Maldonado is flanked by Riobamba’s cathedral on the northeastern side.
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Lagunas
In the community of Lagunas, tupus and textiles are made, making this an interesting cultural excursion.
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Planetarium
At La Mitad del Mundo near Museo del Quito en Miniatura, the planetarium presents a variety of astronomy shows.
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