Rafting on the Rio Napa!

Greetings from Quito!!

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August 22nd 2006
Hello Everyone, Welcome to our first travel blog entry. We are currently in Quito, the capital of Ecuador, which is about 3000 metres above sea level so going up and down stairs tends to leave you rather breathless - but all good training for the Inca Trail! Our first few days were spent in and around the city itself, including a trip to Mittad Del Mundo, which is located on the equator. ... read more

South America » Ecuador » North » Quito

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The "Republic of the Equator" was one of three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Colombia and Venezuela). Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territories in a series of conflicts with its neighbors. A b... ... read more