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Background: 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 border war with Peru that flared in 1995 was resolved in 1999. Although Ecuador marked 25 years of civilian governance in 2004, the period has been marred by political instability. Seven presidents have governed Ecuador since 1996.
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October 30th 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
I left Quito for Baņos, a small town known for its thermal baths. On the first day I cycled along the Pastaza and Verde rivers (the ruta de las cascadas), a route that took us past a number of waterf ... 20 photos [full story]
I left Quito for Baņos, a small town known for its thermal baths. On the first day I cycled along the Pastaza and Verde rivers (the ruta de las cascadas), a route that took us past a number of waterf ... 20 photos [full story]
November 3rd 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
After a quick breakfast I took a taxi and asked to be dropped off at Puente San Felipe where apparently I can catch a bus at the Pan American highway to Cuenca. I was there at nearly 8:30am and waited ... 135 photos [full story]
After a quick breakfast I took a taxi and asked to be dropped off at Puente San Felipe where apparently I can catch a bus at the Pan American highway to Cuenca. I was there at nearly 8:30am and waited ... 135 photos [full story]
October 8th 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
So my friends Michelle, Josafine, Lauren and I went to Cuenca this weekend for the three day weekend. Michelle invited me. I knew Lauren before the trip cause we have a class together but I met Josa ... 11 photos [full story]
So my friends Michelle, Josafine, Lauren and I went to Cuenca this weekend for the three day weekend. Michelle invited me. I knew Lauren before the trip cause we have a class together but I met Josa ... 11 photos [full story]
September 17th 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
Next stop on our trip down the Andes was Cuenca lying in the Southern Highlands, we had decided to skip the train ride 'the devils nose' in Riobamba. The last I had heard was that you were no longer a ... 17 photos [full story]
Next stop on our trip down the Andes was Cuenca lying in the Southern Highlands, we had decided to skip the train ride 'the devils nose' in Riobamba. The last I had heard was that you were no longer a ... 17 photos [full story]
October 9th 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
So after Banos we took the bus down to Cuenca...officially the worst bus ride yet. The farmers are still striking over plans to privatise water so buses are avoiding certain parts of the country. This ... [full story]
So after Banos we took the bus down to Cuenca...officially the worst bus ride yet. The farmers are still striking over plans to privatise water so buses are avoiding certain parts of the country. This ... [full story]
October 2nd 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
Baņos is a cool little town where we went white water rafting on Grade III-IV rapids (very fun) and went in the hot springs in the evening to relax. There were 3 pools - cold, hot, and hotter. The hot ... [full story]
Baņos is a cool little town where we went white water rafting on Grade III-IV rapids (very fun) and went in the hot springs in the evening to relax. There were 3 pools - cold, hot, and hotter. The hot ... [full story]
October 2nd 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
(Warning: This may be a yawner for those not curious about how much it might cost to live in Cuenca. Do not read while driving). On the other hand... We have this compulsion to look at almost ever ... 14 photos [full story]
(Warning: This may be a yawner for those not curious about how much it might cost to live in Cuenca. Do not read while driving). On the other hand... We have this compulsion to look at almost ever ... 14 photos [full story]
September 29th 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
Yes, Cuenca has some great nightlife. Unfortunately, most of it has passed us by... We missed a jazz concert and haven't heard or read about any symphonic performances. We were also prevented from ... 8 photos [full story]
Yes, Cuenca has some great nightlife. Unfortunately, most of it has passed us by... We missed a jazz concert and haven't heard or read about any symphonic performances. We were also prevented from ... 8 photos [full story]
September 27th 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
When your city mouse self needs a country mouse fix, that's no problem in Cuenca. Just hop on a bus and in just a few minutes you're out of town. South is a great direction to go in because in less ... 19 photos [full story]
When your city mouse self needs a country mouse fix, that's no problem in Cuenca. Just hop on a bus and in just a few minutes you're out of town. South is a great direction to go in because in less ... 19 photos [full story]
September 20th 2009 South America » Ecuador » South » Cuenca
One of the great things about Cuenca is that you can drink the water! Right from the tap. It tastes terrific... with no worries about a "crummy tummy" they say. Hallelujah! The water "we locals" dri ... 11 photos [full story]
One of the great things about Cuenca is that you can drink the water! Right from the tap. It tastes terrific... with no worries about a "crummy tummy" they say. Hallelujah! The water "we locals" dri ... 11 photos [full story]
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