Quito (92)

Ecuador

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October 11th 2008
There have been many times passing for a local comes in dead handy. It means I'm targeted less by crooks and touts. If I don't say much I can usually get a good deal on things. Border officials let me pass unmolested. Um. After dealing with customs in Venezuela and the draconian measures in place in the United States, I figured if I needed a stamp someone would stop me. So at 4am, bleary-ey ... read more

South America » Ecuador

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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