Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands - Quito (PDF Chapter)
High in the Andes, Quito is dramatically situated, squeezed between mountain peaks whose greenery is concealed by the afternoon mist. Houses creep partway up their slopes, and busy commercial thoroughfares lined with shops and choked with traffic turn into peaceful neighborhoods on Sundays.
- explore the cobblestone streets that crisscross the Old Town, one of South America’s finest colonial centers
- gaze at Oswaldo Guayasamín’s monumental paintings at the Capilla del Hombre, and visit his treasure-filled home
- ride an aerial tram up Volcán Pichincha for magnificent views over the Andean capital
Coverage includes: History, Sights, Activities, Courses, Tours, Festivals & Events, Sleeping, Eating, Drinking & Nightlife, Entertainment, Shopping, Around Quito.
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