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Explore the Intriguing Island of Tower
Tower Island is a relatively small island found in the northern parts of the Galapagos Islands. The island of Tower is really a low-lying volcano that has risen above the surface of the ocean. The outer edge of the island is made up of beautiful white coral beaches that are home to a number of seabirds.
Ecuador's Galapagos Islands Under Threat
Every so often UNESCO will send out representatives to the various UNESCO World Heritage Sites in order to establish if the site is being adequately protected and preserved. A recent mission to the Galapagos Islands revealed that threats were presenting themselves to this unique piece of paradise, which – if left unaddressed – would certainly result in the eventual destruction of the islands altogether.
Origins of the Renowned Panama Hat
While they are not seen as widely today as they were just a few decades ago, the Panama hat is widely recognized. This traditional brimmed hat has been made by the people of Ecuador for hundreds of years and it has gone from being a household item, to a fashion statement and back again within a relatively short space of time.
Epiphany -Three Kings Day in Ecuador
Three Kings Day, or ‘Dia de los Reyes’ as it is commonly known, is celebrated in most countries around the world, uniting east and west. The beginning of this period lasts 12 days, starting on the Christmas Day, the 25th of December, and ending on Epiphany Day which is the 6th of January. This is a season characterized by gift giving, carol singing and more specifically it is a time of meditation based on one of the most influential man in history, Jesus Christ.
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