Ecuador sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places
Many years Ecuador has been a popular destination with tourists from different countries. Colourful cities and relaxing atmosphere make this country truly appealing and unique. The capital of Ecuador, Quito, is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Quito was formed under influence of several cultures, and this fact couldn’t have failed to reflect in local architecture and art.
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Chimborazo Volcano remains one of the most famous nature landmarks of the country. There is a railroad on one of slopes of the volcano, but it takes almost 8 hours for a train to reach the top, so it’s faster to make a car ride. Finally, the Galapagos Islands are the last but not the least important tourist destination in Ecuador. The islands have quite different nature. Some islands are covered with mango groves, while others look like a desert with cacti being the only plant. However, every island has beautiful beaches with crystal clean water.
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The first settlements on the territory of present Ecuador were formed in the prehistoric period. There were large settlements of Quito, Qara, Tumbe and Canari tribes. The Indian tribes were characterized by constant struggles for territories. Step by step, the Quito tribes managed to conquer all the rivals. Consequently, they established the Kingdom of Quito that had existed until the colonial period. Spanish colonizers were first to reach the territory of Ecuador at the beginning of the 16th century. It took them just a few years to conquer the new lands.
In 1531, the first settlements, one of which was San Francisco de Quito, were formed on the new territory. Spaniards hoped they would find rich gold and silver deposits here but there were no any deposits in Ecuador. In the fertile lands, they formed vast plantations where African slaves worked. The first liberation movements in Ecuador were established at the beginning of the 19th century. The country managed to break free from Spanish colonizers in 1822. Nevertheless, Ecuador did not stop attracting an attention of other large states. In the middle of the 19th century, it was first visited by Britons and Americans who intended to find oil deposits.
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Now, the tourism sector is actively developing. There are excellent conditions for active recreation. On the territory of beautiful national parks, there are interesting hiking routes. Ascents of volcanoes are very popular with tourists. Fans of extreme entertainments will not be bored too, as they can walk through the breathtaking jungle. Those travelers who visit Ecuador between June and September can enjoy another interesting entertainment. They definitely should visit the historical port of Puerto Lopez. In this time of the year, it is considered the best place for watching whales in the country. 
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National and city parks of Ecuador
♥ National Park 'Cayambe Coca' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Cotopaxi' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Galápagos' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Llanganates' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Machalilla' . On the map
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Famous and uniques places in Ecuador from our review series
Montanita Beach
From the series “Top Beaches for Surfing on Huge Waves”
Montanita Beach is considered the best holiday destination for surfers in Ecuador. It is located in the resort of Santa Elena. Strong winds blow on this stretch of coast all year round. It contributes to the formation of waves. The resort has received significant development in recent years. Surf campsites, water sports schools, equipment rentals, and shops have opened on the coast. The popular resort is quite small. Only about 1,000 people live on its territory even today. It began to gain popularity in the 60s of the last century. Hippies were the first to appreciate the sparsely populated and beautiful beach. Most of the tourists come to Montanita beach at the weekend. It attracts not only foreign tourists but also local surfers. The length of the beach is about 5,000 meters. … Read all
Galapagos Islands
From the series “15 Sparsely Populated Places for Solitude with Wildlife”
The most underpopulated area of the planet is Galapagos Islands. This archipelago consists of 19 islands, its whole area is about 8 010 square kilometres. The population of the islands is varying about 25 000 people. Travellers, who want to visit places that are far from the civilization, will like this outstanding and terrifying area. Every island has its own unique nature sightseeing. The main symbol of Baltra island are iguanas that were brought here as a part of the experiment. Bartolome island is full of wonderful volcano sceneries. In a special time, travellers can see how small tortoises born. One of the most interesting places for walks is Culpepper island, its area is only 1,1 square kilometres. This island is rich in a great popularity of sea lions, Galapagos gulls and sea … Read all
Galapagos Islands
From the series “Famous Unesco Sites in South America”
The Galapagos Islands are real storehouses of amazing natural attractions. The archipelago located in the Pacific Ocean has 19 islands, some of which are inhabited by people. Currently, about 25 000 people permanently reside on the islands, while the number of tourists who visit this ocean area is much more than aforesaid figures. Charles Darwin conducted his study on these islands. Today the local flora and fauna are of great interest to researchers. The main representative of the local fauna is a huge sea turtle or Galapagos turtle. Islands are also inhabited by rare species of iguanas and birds. Each of these pieces of land is unique and has its own attractive features. Many people come to Bartolome Island to watch sea turtles and Galapagos penguins. Near Wenman Island you can watch … Read all
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Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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Sightseeing in popular cities of Ecuador
Manta
The history of Manta started long before the day when Columbus reached the American coast. At that time, it was a port settlement that was an important center of trade between the Manteno and Inca peoples. The tribes that lived in Manta eventually conquered the neighbor kingdom. The French reached the port of Manta in 1735. Their purpose was to measure the location of the equator. Charles Marie de La Condamine was the head of that expedition. Since that moment, the French appeared in the … Read more 
Guayaquil
Today, the most picturesque historical region of Las Peñas is located at the top of the hill of Saint Anne. Once in these parts, the wealthiest residents built mansions. In these magnificent houses lived many famous people including Simon Bolivar. Like many years ago, today at top of the hill is located the beacon. To rise to it, it is necessary to overcome a steep staircase which contains 444 steps. From the platform surrounding the beacon, a smart panoramic view of the city opens. Also It … Read more
Galapagos
Hispaniola Island is, without a doubt, one of the most interesting destinations for all eco-tourists. This island is located in the southern part of the archipelago. The picturesque piece of land is home to waved albatrosses – the beautiful birds nest on the island, and this is the only place where they nest. All exploration trails for tourists cover the coastal territory where they can admire iguanas, seals, and other rare marine animals. There are several scientific and research … Read more
