The Franciscan monastery

First few days in Quito

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September 2nd 2011
Although we have only been here 3 days, we have definitely experienced a few adventures already. Half an hour after our arrival in Quito, we managed to lose each other while taking the metro bus to the centre. Luckily we both managed to find our way to the hostel about an hour later, but the first lesson was learnt. The first two days were spent wandering around Quito and especially the old co ... read more

South America » Ecuador » North » Quito » Historical Center

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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