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10 Popular Festivals In Ecuador
With an abundance of natural beauty and cultural wealth, Ecuador is easily one of the best South American destinations to visit. On its west is the Pacific Ocean, and it was once home to the pre-Columbian Inca Empire. You can spend the night in some of the best places to stay in Ecuador, including hotels and vacation rentals. While around, you can either hike through the magnificent Andes Mountains or trail through the lush Amazon rainforests. You can also explore quaint little villages or luxuriate along shimmery beaches. If this leaves you with enough time, what will also be worth your while is attending one of the many festivals hosted in the country. They present a brilliant insight into the country's history, culture, and warmth that you'll surely enjoy. Scroll down for the most popular festivals in Ecuador.
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Top 15 Things You Must Do In Ecuador: A Cultural Wonder - Updated 2025
Rich in wildlife, culture, and natural beauty, Ecuador is one of the world’s most colourful countries. There are myriad reasons to visit this cultural mecca, such as its tourist-friendly roads and natural wonders, but one of Ecuador’s best assets is its friendly, generous, and nation-loving people. So immerse yourself in an extraordinary culture with history dating back to the 1400s, and be blown away by the stunning arts!
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Puerto Lopez, Ecuador: Not Just The Gateway To Poor Man's Galapagos
Set along the central coast of Ecuador, Puerto Lopez in Manabi is that laid-back fishing town that evokes memories of tropical warmth, fresh succulent seafood, and simple living. While tourism is well-developed in many parts of this popular Latin American country, Puerto Lopez retains that small town charm where fishermen and chefs labour harmoniously on the beach while children play on dirt paths behind the main tourist belt. More than just a gateway to the Poor Man’s Galapagos, there are actually more things to do in Puerto Lopez! Her proximity to the Machalilla National Park gives easy access to Agua Blanca - an indigenous community - and some of the most beautiful beaches in Ecuador. The ‘village’ can be defined with three main paths; a well-built road by the coast, a dirt path in the middle where local houses and hotels lie, and a third dusty but wider road that leads to the bus terminal and other cities/towns. But before you write it off as a touch-and-go destination, read on!
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What To Buy In Quito, Ecuador
As the capital city of Ecuador, Quito, a lively and colorful city, is set against the magnificent Andean Mountain Range - a wonderful juxtaposition of natural and man-made beauty. Quito is still deeply rooted in its history and tradition, which is reflected in its architecture, people and culture. Visit the Compañía de Jesús Church, feast on delicious hornado, admire its historical city center (it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site, too!), and shop at Otavalo, the biggest open-air market in South America! When you're done with your vacation, bring a piece of Ecuador back with you to commemorate a visit to this uniquely beautiful city! Here is a guide on what to buy in Quito, Ecuador.
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Riding On Devil’s Nose, The World’s Most Dangerous Rail In Alausi, EC
Somewhere in Ecuador lies one of the world’s most dangerous railways named the Devil’s Nose (Nariz del Diablo), a mountain with almost perpendicular walls where the devil supposedly left his nose. Set in the middle of the Trans-Andean railroad, mountains towered on our sides while the narrow, winding streams reflected the clear blue sky. I couldn’t help feeling small in the magnificence of the rugged Andes, and my mind wandered back over a century ago ...
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Best 17 Places To Visit In Ecuador
Ecuador is a post-card pretty country with a plethora of touristic attractions that make it dominate bucket lists of many travelers all over the world. Scenes of gentle waves crushing the white sandy beaches, medieval colonial centers, Amazonian rainforest, Kichwa villages, and the heart-melting Andes are just but a few of the attractions that make Ecuador such an appealing country to visit. With a relatively okay temperature, you can visit the country most times of the year, with a guarantee of having some of the best moments of your life. With that said, read below to learn about the best places to visit in Ecuador.
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Traditional Foods In Ecuador (You Have To Try!)
Ecuadorian food dates long back to the Incas, in fact, some of the traditional food of Ecuador might be even older than the Incas. For those of you who don’t know, the Inca empire was spread across most of the Pacific Coast. Hence, they cultivated and ate crops like maize, peppers, tomatoes, quinoa, cherimoya, grains, beans and more. At present, the food in Ecuador is pretty much along the lines of how the Inca people used to eat. However, the food of the locals does change with the location. For example, in the Eastern regions of Ecuador, soup is a speciality whereas, in the southern region, ceviche is very popular. So, if you’re planning to visit Ecuador, it is time to step out of your comfort zone and try these traditional foods in Ecuador.
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Stopover In Guayaquil: Things To Do In Ecuador's Port City In 48 Hours
A stopover less than 48 hours may not do justice to any destination, much less the largest and most populous city in Ecuador. Located on the banks of the Guayas River, Guayaquil is known as the Pearl of the Pacific and the commercial heart of Ecuador. Dating back to the 16th century, this port city portrays a baffling contrast of old and new architecture, danger and compassion, and pure love for iguanas in public spaces that impels one to rethink the idea of reptiles as pets! If you are doing the mandatory stopover for your onwards journey to the Galapagos Islands or Pacific Coast, explore these things to do in Guayaquil and perhaps consider a longer stopover on your next visit!
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