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4-Wheelers, Tunnels, Mudslides, and a Huge Waterfall

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June 21st 2007
Hi Everyone! We had a very adventurous day in Banos. The rain just wouldn't let up, so we got our hands on some fashionable rain gear. We rented 4-wheelers and set off to a town called Puyo. Near Puyo is the biggest waterfall in the area called Diablo, which is in the Amazon jungle. I can't believe we actually made it back. We had to drive on the road with the rest of the buses and cars. T ... read more

South America » Ecuador » Centre » Baños

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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