Quito is the capital of Ecuador and the second largest city with 2.5 million people living in the valleys between 3 volcanos. There is a lot of up and down walking like nothing I’ve experienced before. The city is something like 35 miles long and 2 miles wide.
Coffee and cacao beans (makes chocolate) have historically not been consumed by locals thus mostly exported. This is changing.
Old town Independance Square. The first UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Krakow’s Square in 1979. A favorite hang out for locals particularly retirees.
She was telling us something.
View from the domes of the Metropolitan Cathedral.
Presidential Palace
Jesus Cathedral that is to be covered in so much gold inside. When we went back it was closed.
Lottery. I wish I would have started taking pictures of this in every country as it does exist in every country and it is easy to spot.
Typical polo and rice for lunch. $2.50.
Walk up the Cathedral dome. It was a bit tight.
Easier to visit then the White House.
Most amazing Old Fashion with infused smoke in the glass.
Of course, steak tar tar.
Ecuador is a beautiful country and the weather is definitely better than here in Nebraska.I was there last year and we had a wonderful time.You are right the people in Ecuador are so friendly and everything about Ecuador is unique. I hope you have an unforgettable experience!!if you have time visit the Cotopaxi volcano that is another amazing place and the views are breath taking.
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