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Ecuador
Ecuador is the second smallest country in South America and has so much natural diversity that its unreal. The country is so small that visitors can travel from the Amazon Basin to the glaciated Andean Volcanoes, then head down to the tropical cloud forest and right into the sunset for a relaxing dinner of ceviche on the Pacific coast and it can all be done in one day. The weather is so unpredictable with one day being so cold and wearing sweaters to the next day being so hot that you are sweating while watching howling monkeys in the jungle. Nature lovers think Ecuador is a dream with the exotic orchids and birds, the jungle plants, insects, tropical forests, and animals and creatures of all kind. Ecuador is also a dream for the adrenaline junky who like to go mountaineering and trekking. There is also horseback riding and surfing for them as well.
Ecuador's heritage is indigenous, with the traditional costumes and street markets. There are beautiful cities that sit on top of Cuenca and Quito which are both on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Ecuador's history is told through its street signs. With just one journey around Quito for a day, it will tell you a lot about the history for the small country. Starting at Avenida de Los Shyris which is named after the pre Inca tribe from the northern highlands to the Mariscal Sucre neighborhood which was Ecuador's greatest independence hero. The stroll through the town will give a great historian lesson for anyone who is interested with Ecuador's culture. Due to the country's undying love for one of Latin America's greatest independence heroes around there is a Plaza Simon Bolivar in almost every town. Most of Ecuador's people live in the highlands and the Oriente. If visitors want to really learn about Ecuador's human history then the coast is the place to start.
Ecuador is said to be a place to go year round, there are only two real seasons there which consist of the rainy season and the dry season. The region of Ecuador consist of the Andes, the Pacific coast, the Oriente and the Galapagos. The dry season starts in June and runs through until the end of September. The wet season is usually between January until May. Each region of the country is a little bit different with their weather and the best beach weather sees sunny days with rain in the afternoon. According to ecologists, Ecuador is one of the world's "mega diversity hotspots". Ecuador is also one of the most species-rich countries on the planet and part of that is due to it being a tropical country which has better habitats for the creatures.
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Attractions in Ecuador
The Cotopaxi National Park is located around one of the most highest and active volcanoes in the world. The park is the most visited national parks in Ecuador, it is just a short drive south of Quito. There are many activities for visitors to do at the park such as mountaineering, hiking, birding, horseback riding, camping, and mountain biking. The volcano sits at 19,348 feet high and was once worshiped by the native people for many centuries. Most of the volcanoes history comes from its activity which records say that in 1534 the conquistadors started a war with the locals for control which is now known as Ecuador.
The Galapagos Islands is considered a World Heritage Site and consists of 13 major volcanic islands along with over 40 smaller islands. Some of these islands are located 500 miles off the west coast of Ecuador. These 13 major islands are located right on the equator and they are home to some of the most rarest and most amazing animals, plants, and fauna in the world. Ocean lovers will especially love these islands due to all of the water activities which include sailing, snorkeling and scuba diving. Land lovers will also love the islands with all of the land activities as well such as bird watching. For the risk takers and more adventurous visitors there is a chance to get up close and personal with some land iguana.
The Casa Museo Maria Augusta Urrutia is known to be a great museum to visit while on vacation in Ecuador. This is a great break from all of the churches that are located in the same area. This museum is located between Sucre and Bolivar which is also known as the Old Town. This museum gives visitors a chance to see what it would be like to live in a 19th century Spanish style mansion in Old Town. Right after entering the house visitors will find themselves standing in a beautiful courtyard. There hasn't been much that has changed since Dona Maria Augusta Urrutia has lived there. This means that most of the things visitors see here are about the same thing that the pope and many other world leaders saw when they visited the home as well. The house is very modern with a full bathroom and modern kitchen appliances, there is a cold storage room, a wood burning stove, and the oldest grain masher in Ecuador. There are murals on the walls and hand painted wallpaper. this is truly an amazing house with great style.
The Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana also known as the House of Ecuadorian Culture. This house was first founded by Benjamin Carrion on August 9, 1944 which was during the presidency of Dr. Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra. This house was established to stimulate, to direct, and to coordinate the development of a significant national culture. In the war of Ecuadorian-Peruvian, Ecuador was defeated in 1941 which meant Ecuador lost part of its territory to Peru. This house of Ecuadorian Culture is said to be like a true home of the nations culture. This would help Ecuador do what wars never could which is guide the country to embrace the expressions of inspiration and art would become the nations pride. This attraction is a great learning experience for the whole family.
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Things to do and see in Ecuador
Middle of the World Monument is a favorite for visitors to Ecuador. The country is considered home to the middle of the world. There is a guided tour that will take visitors to where the southern and northern hemispheres meet which is also where a monument stands to divide the two. This attraction is a must see in Ecuador. People who have visited this monument say it will make you feel like you are on top of the world. The tour will start you off at the northern part of Quito and head off towards the "Middle of the World City" where the monument stands. The monument was built during the XVII century which is at the same time a French Expedition found the exact location of the equatorial line. This tour will also give visitors a chance to see the Ethnographic Museum to learn even more about the culture and people of Ecuador.
Visitors in Ecuador like to take the Excursion to Salinas Beach with Lunch included. This will give visitors the chance to relax on soft sand or fish for a few hours. This is a full day tour and includes seeing some amazing scenery with great wildlife that include the beautiful pink flamingo. The tour starts with picking you up from your hotel in Guayaquil and taking about a 2 hour ride to the city of Salinas. Once the visitors have reached the city then they can choose the beach or fishing for the day. If the weather permits then visitors will also get to see Punta Carnero, Ancon and Anconcito which is where the pink flamingos and other exotic wildlife are in their natural environment. This is a great adventure for the entire family to experience while in Ecuador.
The Ecotourism and Adventure in Mindo Rainforest with lunch included. This is a full day tour to Mindo as visitors get a chance to see amazing waterfalls, rivers, natural forest and many different kinds of species of insects and birds. This is a family friendly tour and is perfect for outdoor lovers and anyone who loves spending time with the nature of Ecuador. This tour starts off in Quito then heads toward the cloud forest and the visitors get to see how the climate and vegetation change. Once the visitors reach the forest in Mindo then they will start off on a trek into the forest, of course this depends on the difficulty and adventure that is preferred. While on the hiking adventure through the forests they will see the waterfalls and many exotic species.
The Basilica is one of the most popular churches in Ecuador with a neo-Gothic style and gargoyles that represent the national fauna. This church was built on a high spot in the city and just a few blocks away from Plaza de la Independencia. The construction for the church started at the end of the 19th century but wasn't completed until the 20th century. The building is mostly made of stone which comes from the Pichincha quarries. On the inside of the church there are large altarpieces in the lateral vaults and the tower is the highest of all kinds in Ecuador. The tower can even be seen from many different points in and around the city. The church has huge Gothic rose windows and stained glass windows that all depict Bible scenes as well.
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