Latacunga

"Latacunga, Latacunga, Latacungaaaaaa"!

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October 13th 2007
I had high expectations for Ecuador. So far all have been exceeded. It is a beautiful and fascinating country with some of the friendliest people I have ever met. We have only been here a week and we have fallen in love with Ecuador. The undulating landscape, the colonial towns, the breathtaking views, the feeling of being at high altitude, the food... It is truly awe inspiring. We left Quito ... read more

South America » Ecuador » Centre » Cotopaxi

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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