Category: Ecuador – Otavalo
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A visit of the beautiful Pre-Inca site of Cochasqui, Ecuador
“Another beautiful thing to do near our hotel/restaurant in the Andean market town of Otavalo, Ecuador. ”
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Popular Otavalo tour : In search of beautiful & real handicrafts
“The area around Otavalo is sprinkled with little villages. Traditional places, where the craftsmen live who provide handicrafts for the Otavalo market. It’s a worthwhile half-a-day trip to visit these craftsmen’s workshops.”
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A relaxing visit to the popular thermal baths of Chachimbiro, Ecuador
“A perfect day-trip from Otavalo is a visit to Chachimbiro, within the same province of Imbabura. Chachimbiro is mainly known for its thermal springs.”
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Visit to the authentic & historic rural area around Pambamarca, Cayambe
Another nice trip from Otavalo is a visit to Pambamarca, canton Cayambe. About an hour drive. An authentic rural area, high up the Andes slopes. Beautiful views all around. Its main attraction though is historical. Historical in two ways: The Pambamarca mountain-range, Cayambe Pambamarca is not a village or comunidad/community. It’s a mountain-range. With several…
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Visit to the small, beautiful village of Oyacachi, Napo, Ecuador
This post describes a visit to the small, hidden, beautiful & friendly Andean village of Oyacachi. Located in the province of Napo, Ecuador. Pure nature all around. Ideal spot for Ecotourism. Sometimes we may think that every wonderful corner of the world receives its visitors. Wrong! There are still many hidden places that make your…
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Visit the Historical & World famous Otavalo market in Ecuador
Otavalo has a long history in which the indigenous people of the surrounding villages come to town to sell their handmade products.
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Visit to the Authentic Rural area around Zuleta, Imbabura.
“All roads lead to ….. Zuleta is worth your visit if you want to explore a beautiful & authentic rural Andean area. Zuleta is located in the middle of the Triangle Otavalo – Cayambe – Ibarra.”
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Visit to the Mitad del Mundo, Cayambe – Useful Tips
A visit to Mitad del Mundo, Cayambe Many travellers to Ecuador plan a visit to the famous Mitad del Mundo monument north of Quito. However, if you don’t have a chance to do so or don’t plan to stay in the capital, there is a good alternative near the market town of Otavalo. The Mitad…
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The Best & most Beautiful Hotel in Otavalo, Ecuador
“For almost 150 years visitors arrive at what nowadays is Hotel Dona Esther in Otavalo. It is one of the oldest hotels in the area. Formerly named ”Pension Otavalo”.”