Tag: culture
What to Expect at the Cacería del Zorro
The day of the annual Cacería del Zorro horse race is guaranteed to be action-packed from morning...
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Guidelines for Tipping in Ecuador
The most difficult part of a trip to a new country is often learning the rules when it comes to...
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Best Place for Religious Art in Colonial Quito
On December 6, 1535, one year after the founding of the colonial city then called San Francisco de...
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The Iglesia San Francisco in Historic Quito
On December 6, 1535, one year after the founding of the colonial city then called San Francisco de...
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Quito’s Historic San Fransisco Plaza
One of the most iconic destinations in Quito’s historic center is the Plaza San Francisco....
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The Spectacular Topiaries of Tulcan
Much more than giant shrubbery The first thing you notice when you walk onto the cemetery grounds...
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Our First Look At Ancient Stone Statues in Isnos, Colombia
The smallest of the three sites, Alto de las Piedras gives just a taste of what the San Agustin Archeological Park offers visitors to Colombia.
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Cantuña – The Man Who Tricked The Devil
In the historic center of Quito, you’ll notice many stores and restaurants named for...
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The Faces of Inti Raymi
For people living along the equator, Inti Raymi is the day that shadows disappear even while...
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10 Quick Quito Day Trips
Only have a few hours to kill but want to see something worthwhile? Here are 10 quick Quito day...
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Why Quichua and Not Quechua?
Tourists with travel experience in Peru, especially those who have taken trips to the heart of the...
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Pastaza Province
A lot of the territory in the Pastaza Province is hard to see. After all, when there are no roads...
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