Ten Great Things To Do When You Visit Ecuador
Author: Jonathan Williams
Ecuador is a South American country. It has a Pacific
coastline, and it extends over both sides of the equator.
Ecuador is known as the home of the Incas with cultural
influences of Spanish colonialism and pre-Columbian traditions.
It is a place to visit if you are looking for rich culture and
tradition and lots of nature.
1.) Ecuador Amazon Jungle
The Ecuador Amazon offers different water sports such as
swimming, canoeing, white water rafting, and kayaking. You can
join rainforest walks to visit jungle communities and bask in
the wide varieties of fauna and wildlife. This is a true nature
exposure.
2.) Galapagos Islands
The name of the island means tortoise in Spanish. It is an
island that houses a fascinating collection of colorful aquatic,
plants, and animal including reptilian species which differ from
island to island. This is a place where you will appreciate the
beauty of nature.
3.) Avenue of Volcanoes
It is a 325 km long valley that stretches between Cordillera
ranges. The snow-capped volcanoes provide an enthralling
structure against the lush greenery of the valley. Mountaineers
can have the opportunity to climb to a very high altitude
without much difficulty.
4.) Cuenca
It is the third largest city in Ecuador. If you are into old
churches, there are two cathedrals in Cuenca. The New Cathedral
which was built in 1800s features a series of sky-blue cupolas,
and the old cathedral known as El Sagragrio built in 1500s.
5.) Quito
Quito is the capital of Ecuador and is the first city to be
named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is divided into three
parts - the Old City in the center and the Northern and Southern
district on either side. The Old City has no less than 40
churches and convents, 17 squares and 16 convents and
monasteries, and the Northern district houses the international
airport as well as museums, urban parks, restaurants, and
nightlife while the Southern district houses the working class.
Quito is a place for culture fanatics.
6.) Baños
Baños is in a small city in the Andean highlands. Here, you
will find an active volcano named Tungurahua that have small
eruptions of lava and ash. As the name implied, there are a lot
of hot spring baths that are popular to both the natives and the
tourist alike, so hotels and restaurants line the city to
accommodate tourists' needs.
7.) Esmeraldas
For those who love the beach, Esmeraldas is where the most
popular beaches in Ecuador are. It is a coastal city where
tourists come to enjoy the warm topical weather. There are
hotels and bar and restaurants for the tourist to enjoy.
8.) Cotopaxi National Park
This national park is located near Latacunga, a cone-shaped,
snow-capped volcano. It has a small museum, and it houses
different wildlife specie such as wild horses, deer, llamas,
pumas, and Andean condors. It is also a perfect place for bird
watching.
9.) Otavalo
It is a small quiet town north of Quito. There is a market in
the Poncho Square every Saturday mornings where natives bring
out their colorful and interesting wares and goods to sell. They
sell everything from belts, hats, blankets, and different
trinkets all created with the skills of their hands.
10.) Archeological Sites
If you are interested in archeology, Ecuador has a rich
resource of archeological sites, and there are several ruins in
Ecuador left by the Incas or other Amerindians, and the main
site is Ingapirca. Others are Rumicucho, near Quito; La Tolita,
near Esmeraldas; and Tomebamba in Cuenca. Then there are Real
Alto, San Isidro and Santa Elena where the ancient Valdivia
vulture left remains. Santa Elena is noted as the world's oldest
known cemetery.
About The Author: Jonathan Williams is the travel writer for
Destination Guide TV - the place to share travel videos. Visit
http://www.destinationguide.tv/ecuador to view or share Ecuador
travel videos.
Author: Jonathan Williams
Ecuador is a South American country. It has a Pacific
coastline, and it extends over both sides of the equator.
Ecuador is known as the home of the Incas with cultural
influences of Spanish colonialism and pre-Columbian traditions.
It is a place to visit if you are looking for rich culture and
tradition and lots of nature.
1.) Ecuador Amazon Jungle
The Ecuador Amazon offers different water sports such as
swimming, canoeing, white water rafting, and kayaking. You can
join rainforest walks to visit jungle communities and bask in
the wide varieties of fauna and wildlife. This is a true nature
exposure.
2.) Galapagos Islands
The name of the island means tortoise in Spanish. It is an
island that houses a fascinating collection of colorful aquatic,
plants, and animal including reptilian species which differ from
island to island. This is a place where you will appreciate the
beauty of nature.
3.) Avenue of Volcanoes
It is a 325 km long valley that stretches between Cordillera
ranges. The snow-capped volcanoes provide an enthralling
structure against the lush greenery of the valley. Mountaineers
can have the opportunity to climb to a very high altitude
without much difficulty.
4.) Cuenca
It is the third largest city in Ecuador. If you are into old
churches, there are two cathedrals in Cuenca. The New Cathedral
which was built in 1800s features a series of sky-blue cupolas,
and the old cathedral known as El Sagragrio built in 1500s.
5.) Quito
Quito is the capital of Ecuador and is the first city to be
named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is divided into three
parts - the Old City in the center and the Northern and Southern
district on either side. The Old City has no less than 40
churches and convents, 17 squares and 16 convents and
monasteries, and the Northern district houses the international
airport as well as museums, urban parks, restaurants, and
nightlife while the Southern district houses the working class.
Quito is a place for culture fanatics.
6.) Baños
Baños is in a small city in the Andean highlands. Here, you
will find an active volcano named Tungurahua that have small
eruptions of lava and ash. As the name implied, there are a lot
of hot spring baths that are popular to both the natives and the
tourist alike, so hotels and restaurants line the city to
accommodate tourists' needs.
7.) Esmeraldas
For those who love the beach, Esmeraldas is where the most
popular beaches in Ecuador are. It is a coastal city where
tourists come to enjoy the warm topical weather. There are
hotels and bar and restaurants for the tourist to enjoy.
8.) Cotopaxi National Park
This national park is located near Latacunga, a cone-shaped,
snow-capped volcano. It has a small museum, and it houses
different wildlife specie such as wild horses, deer, llamas,
pumas, and Andean condors. It is also a perfect place for bird
watching.
9.) Otavalo
It is a small quiet town north of Quito. There is a market in
the Poncho Square every Saturday mornings where natives bring
out their colorful and interesting wares and goods to sell. They
sell everything from belts, hats, blankets, and different
trinkets all created with the skills of their hands.
10.) Archeological Sites
If you are interested in archeology, Ecuador has a rich
resource of archeological sites, and there are several ruins in
Ecuador left by the Incas or other Amerindians, and the main
site is Ingapirca. Others are Rumicucho, near Quito; La Tolita,
near Esmeraldas; and Tomebamba in Cuenca. Then there are Real
Alto, San Isidro and Santa Elena where the ancient Valdivia
vulture left remains. Santa Elena is noted as the world's oldest
known cemetery.
About The Author: Jonathan Williams is the travel writer for
Destination Guide TV - the place to share travel videos. Visit
http://www.destinationguide.tv/ecuador to view or share Ecuador
travel videos.
