Condor Park

Just outside Otavalo is this fascinating sanctuary for raptors from all over North America. Several of the birds were released to demonstrate their flight skills...they returned for a treat of course.

Quito, Otavalo & Mindo; Ecuador

January 30th 2019
We are continuing to branch out from our excellent base in Quito. Again we rented a lifeless Chevy Spark for the drive to Otavalo and Mindo, but it was economical; $10 for fuel for the 4 day trip. Driving is a challenge here, potholes that are more like craters on roads that wind up or down mountains. 50km feels more like 200. But it was worth it. As usual, we'll let the photos tell the s ... read more

South America » Ecuador » North

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

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