South Plaza

This small island was Carl’s favourite. There was a red plant covered most of the ground (it goes red in the dry season to stop photosynthesis and therefore conserve water).


From: South America » Ecuador

Ecuadorian  Flag 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]
Blog: Boobies and Volcanoes
Date: September 8th 2005

Only a few minutes after arriving in Ecuador we knew we would like this country, partly it was the beautiful night view we had flying in to Quito, partly the friendly customs people and taxi driver, partly the lack of military presence after Venezuela but mostly it had to do with the tiny people in traditional dress with their smart green hats. They look so wonderfully cute.

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