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Why visit Ecuador
The history of Ecuador, like many countries in South America, is event- ful: From Inca origins, a conquest by the Spanish Conquistadors and, since the beginning of the 19th century, a democratic period marked by very strong political instability. Traveling today in Ecuador allows you to discover the traces left by these eras as well as the natural resources that the country has: mountains, volcanoes, flora and fauna ...
Quito, listed as a UNESCO heritage
For once, the capital Quito is not the largest city in Ecuador; this is Guayaquil, a port city. Nevertheless, Quito has many riches, in addition to hosting the majority of travelers who arrive in Ecuador thanks to its international airport and daily flights from Europe. It is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its location in the heart of the Andes Cordillera offers breathtaking panoramas.
Visit the colonial district of Quito
As for the visit, in Quito, we can start with colonial Quito and its historic district inhabited by Amazonian Indians. To learn more about the country's history, we recommend a visit to the Colonial Museum. As in all the countries colonized by the Spanish conquistadors between the 16th and 17th centuries, the Catholic religion was imported and many churches were born such as those of San Francisco, Santo Domingo or San Augustin.
Train ride in the Andes!
A few dozen kilometers north of Quito is the town of Ibarra, also perched in the Andes. It is renowned for its market where travelers are sure to shop and experience the customs and flavors of Ecuador. For thrill-seeking tourists, there is an unusual attraction: the "autoferro". This is a rail bus that crisscrosses the Andes, passing through aque- ducts, balancing above the void. Strong sensations guaranteed! Always unusual, in the same region, meet at Mitad del Mundo: the middle of the world, so called because this is where the equator passes, separating the northern and southern hemispheres. Are not those good reasons that answer your question, namely "why choose Ecuador" and not another South American country?
Enjoy the beaches of Ecuador
For a return to calm, travelers will head to the beaches of the Pacific coast. The town of Same, in particular, is perfect for resting and enjoy- ing the mild Ecuadorian coast.
Stay in the Galapagos Islands to end
Ecuador also has the Galapagos Islands, an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean about 620 miles from the coast. For the more fortunate travel- ers, this is the opportunity to discover a new UNESCO heritage site for the richness of its flora and fauna including the emblem of the archi- pelago, the giant turtle, as well as than many species of iguanas. This is why choose Ecuador!
Why Ecuador?
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