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Isla Isabela, Galapagos, Ecuador

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January 4th 2014
January 4, 2014 Our first full day on Isla Isabela we had an early start and a 45 minute boat trip to Cape Rosa on the western side of the island. A great ride with a stop at Union Island ( actually a big rock ) which is the home to many sea birds, including the Blue Footed Booby, and sea lions. Neat place. Many large Manta Rays in the ocean on the way out. We enjoyed a great trek throug ... read more

South America » Ecuador » Galápagos » Isabela Island

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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