Second largest Volcano

Quito

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July 21st 2012
Quito, what a fascinating city! Situated nearly 3000m above sea level and in the bowl of what was once called the super volcano is now rimmed by 7 active volcanoes. The city is divided into the new town and the old colonal township which we toured on our first day. The old town is know for its churches, three of which we visited, each grander than the next in its ornate interior, until the last w ... 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