Marine Iguana

Ecuador - Wildlife & Volcanos

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November 7th 2006
Our trip began in Quito, Ecuador. Situated at 2800m the city is nestled within a valley of Andean mountain peaks with views of at least 3 snow capped volcanos. We decided to stay in the city´s old town, comprised of colonial buidings, churches and plazas-dating back to days of Spanish control. Immediately we began comparing Ecuador to Spain, but other than the language, which is actually spoken w ... read more

South America » Ecuador

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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