Grubbin'

Visit to Otavalo

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September 10th 2006
So last week I ended my work on the farm. I loved it there but needed a change of pace and some new scenery. I headed towards otavalo, famous for their indigenous markets and worldfamous weaving techniques, with hopes of meeting up w/ some my my CA buddies. Hopped on the bus at around 3, checked into my hostal at 6ish and started to walk through the city for something to eat. As i was walking ... read more

South America » Ecuador » North » Otavalo

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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