Established in 1971, Libri Mundi is a popular bookstore chain with a number of stores in and around Quito, and also in Cuenca and Guayaquil. They stock a wide variety of books but for the traveler, the most important thing is that they sell English-language books, including novels. Libri Mundi...
Established in 1971, Libri Mundi is a popular bookstore chain with a number of stores in and around Quito, and also in Cuenca and Guayaquil. They stock a wide variety of books but for the traveler, the most important thing is that they sell English-language books, including novels. Libri Mundi...
Shopping
Northern Quito - the "New Town", Quito, Ecuador
Folklore Olga Fisch is a high-quality handicraft store founded by legendary collector and artist Olga Fisch. They have beautiful work by Ecuadorian artisans and hand-made stuff. Their tapestries and rugs are recognized...
Located about a half block from the main street and ocean, Galakiwi is a small, friendly dive shop that offers day diving trips as well as longer cruises. The small business is owned by a New Zealander and his cheerful Galápagos wife (thus Gala-Kiwi). Their equipment is good, as is their staff...
Located about seven or eight blocks to the northeast of the central square in Cuenca, Plaza Rotary hosts an outdoor market of random, non-touristy handicrafts made by and for locals. Hand-tied rope, baskets made of old car tires, brass bells and more are for sale here. The spot is well...