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Central Andes
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.
16 Jul 2009
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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 ft),
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Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador
Cotopaxi National Park, 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 60 kilometers (37.3 mi) from Baños to Puyo in a single day. While the ride is fairly mild, without too many large hills ...
Bicycling
Baños, Ecuador
Baños, Ecuador
Nariz Del Diablo
El Nariz del Diablo, or The Devil’s Nose, is the highlight of a rail trip that meanders through the rich tapestry of cultivated fields and páramo in the southern half of Ecuador\'s 400-kilometer
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Adventure Tour
AlausÃ, Ecuador
AlausÃ, 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 actually an
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Chimborazo, Ecuador
Chimborazo, 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,
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Hotel
Baños, Ecuador
Baños, Ecuador
HosterÃa Papagayo
Papagayo is a beautiful hosterÃa that presents a variety of rooms with superb views of the volcanoes, as well as a cabin. Its relaxing atmosphere makes it the perfect place to acclimatize before ...
Hotel
Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador
Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador
San Agustin de Callo - x
A little more than an hour from Quito stands the beautiful and little-known colonial Hacienda of San AgustÃn de Callo. Built on a site that has served multiple functions throughout ...
Hotel
La Posada del Arte
For art aficionados and discriminating travelers, La Posada del Arte is certainly a Baños treasure. In addition to big, comfy beds, and plenty of hot water, the hostel has a cozy sala where you can
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Hotel
Baños, Ecuador
Baños, Ecuador
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