Ecuador is a unique country, lying on both sides of the equator. It is one of the most unusual in the whole world: on its territory there is a majestic mountain range of the Andes, exotic Amazonia, a long seaside with dozens of the best resorts of South America. Attractions in Ecuador are just mass.
Cuenca, Ecuador
This city is rightfully considered to be the most picturesque and ancient. If you want to plunge into the culture of the colonial era, see the Spanish medieval structures and structures of the Incas, you are right here.
The city was founded in the middle of the 16th century, it is the third largest in Ecuador. At one time it took the place of the ancient settlement of the Tomebamba Indians of the 5th century. In Cuenca modernity is charmingly combined with an old culture, manifested in many ancient monuments, parks and values of past civilizations. Many of them are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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Plantations of roses in Ecuador
Ecuador is the birthplace of the most beautiful roses. They grow on the slopes of already extinct volcanoes - here is the most suitable soil for them. The endless plantations of roses in Ecuador are located so that the sun shines them at a right angle - all plants in this case receive a maximum of light and heat.
Due to the stable climate, roses are grown here all year round. Most of the plantations are located near the provinces of Pichincha, Asui and Cotopaxi. Buy the same flowers in 72 countries around the world, deservedly considering them the best.
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National parks of Ecuador
In Ecuador, a very diverse nature, a unique plant world, which created the prerequisite for the creation of many nature conservation areas and national natural parks. Of course, the most famous park of Ecuador is the Galapagos.
Here live huge turtles, albatrosses, boobies, sea iguanas. You can walk in the park only in the presence of a guide. The entrance fee is about $ 100.
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