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Central Andes
Cotopaxi
To the south of Quito, the Central Highlands area is reached by the Avenue of the Volcanoes, characterized by striking volcanic peaks and rugged Andean scenery. Some of Ecuador’s most visited sites lie in this area, including the Cotapaxi National Park, the lively little holiday town of Baños, the hot springs at Papallacta, the Laguna de Quilotoa, the huge crater lake on the route of the popular "Quilotoa Loop" and, of course, Ecuador's highest peak,
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To the south of Quito, the Central Highlands area is reached by the Avenue of the Volcanoes, characterized by striking volcanic peaks and rugged Andean scenery. Some of Ecuador’s most visited sites lie in this area, including the Cotapaxi National Park, the lively little holiday town of Baños, the hot springs at Papallacta, the Laguna de Quilotoa, the huge crater lake on the route of the popular "Quilotoa Loop" and, of course, Ecuador's highest peak, Chimborazo.
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Activities for the Adventurous in the Central Andes
Cotopaxi National Park
An hour and a half south of Quito, along the Avenue of the Volcanoes, is the dominant image on the Ecuadorian national psyche: the perfectly conical Cotopaxi volcano (altitude 5,897 m, 19,350
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Major Attraction
Ecuador
Ecuador
Quilotoa Loop
The region that has come to be known as the Quilotoa Loop boasts some of the most breathtaking scenery in Ecuador, and is perfect for travelers seeking a taste of indigenous farm life and spectacular ...
Region
Ecuador
Ecuador
Bike Ride to Puyo
For the more athletic travelers, there is the option to rent bicycles and ride 60km from Baños to Puyo in a single day. While the ride is fairly mild without too many large hills to climb, you ...
Bicycling
Baños, Ecuador
Baños, Ecuador
Nariz Del Diablo
*Update March 2009: Due to flooding and landslides the train between Riobamba and Alausí has temporarily ceased operations. A bus departs at 6 a.m. from the Riobamba train station to take visitors
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Adventure Tour
Riobamba, Ecuador
Riobamba, Ecuador
Chimborazo
At 6,310 meters (20,702 ft), Chimborazo is the highest mountain in Ecuador and, thanks to the equatorial bulge, qualifies as the furthest point from the center of the Earth. Chimborazo is
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City Zone
Chimborazo, Riobamba, Ecuador
Chimborazo, Riobamba, Ecuador
Top Places to Stay in the Central Andes
Luna Runtun
A gorgeous luxury hotel and spa set in the mountains above Baños, Luna Runtun offers breathtaking views of Tungurahua Volcano, Llanganates National Park and Baños below. Swiss-owned and managed, ...
Hotel, Restaurant, Spa/Hot Springs
Baños, Ecuador
Baños, Ecuador
Hostería Papagayo
Papagayo is a beautiful hosteria, one hour's bus ride south of Quito, close to the town of Machachi. It offers superb views, access to eight different volcanoes, daily farm activities, farm animals, ...
Hotel
Ecuador
Ecuador
San Agustin de Callo
A little more than an hour from Quito stands the beautiful and little-known colonial Hacienda of San Agustín de Callo. Built on a site that has served multiple functions throughout ...
Hotel
Ecuador
Ecuador
La Posada del Arte
For art aficionados and discriminating travelers, La Posada del Arte is certainly a Baños gem. In addition to big, comfy beds, and plenty of hot water, the hostel has a cozy sala where you can ...
Hotel
Baños, Ecuador
Baños, Ecuador
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