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 animals 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 the 1800s features a series of sky-blue cupolas, and the old cathedral known as El Sagragrio built in the 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.