Category: Post Ecuador
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Battle of the vulcanos: Mighty Chimborazo vs Magical Cotopaxi?
“The Andean highlands actually are two cordilleras, running parallel in a north-south direction through the length of the whole country of Ecuador. Leaving in between The Avenue of the Volcanoes, as the German scientist Alexander von Humboldt called the “Andean Highway” during his visit to the country in 1802-1803.”
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Useful tips & ideas for your visit to Quito
“Quito is basically a BIG city. Not interesting at all. Chaotic & even ugly in many parts. However, this opinion dissolves when you enter the Colonial town of Quito. Absolutely worth a visit. A special spot where Past & Present come together.”
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Visit the hot springs of Papallacta? Yes,… or better No?
After your decision to Travel to Ecuador, one of the first questions you may ask yourself is: A visit to …. Papallacta? Papallacta (altitud 3300m/ 10.827ft) is a small village, not far from Quito (67km, about 1 hour drive). On the way from the capital to the Amazon-jungle. Papallacta’s main attractions Papallacta is (historically) mainly…
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Introduccion to the Amazingly beautiful Andean country of Ecuador
Intro to Visit Ecuador When you visit Ecuador, one of the first features you notice is its diversity. Two cordilleras run from north to south through the country. On both sides – west & east – falling away to sea level. And sea level over here means ending up in tropical areas. On the eastside…