Explore the Ecuadorian Andes and Highlands (Sierra) of Ecuador
When looking down on the area from a bird's eye view, the Ecuadorian Andes jumps out of the surrounding blanket with a collage of colors. It is as if nature has created its own embroidery. But a closer look will soon make you realize that this beautiful panorama is not only an expression of nature, but also a product of people's labor.
Down in the valleys of the Ecuadorian Andes you can expect to see some gold, amber, lilac and pale purple patterns that change with the shadow cast by the clouds. The different shades of color are a result of the many corn, wheat, barley and quinoa fields in this region. The collage of man-made and natural products, together with each day's unique shadow and lightening, makes it impossible for someone to have the same day each day. The Ecuadorian Andes will surprise you with something different everyday.
The Ecuadorian Andes, also known as the "Sierra" and the "Highlands", is probably the most visited region of the country and it’s not difficult to see why. The region is jam-packed with a certain cultural and natural diversity that brings many visitors back time and time again.
This region has the most developed tourist industry in the country, providing tourists and locals with a wide range of accommodation, world-class eateries, shopping centers and many cultural festivals. In addition to this, most of these facilities are easily accessible from the Ecuadorian capital of Quito.
Hiking, skiing, mountain biking, kayaking, swimming and relaxing are only a few recreational activities that the Ecuadorian Andes will be able to offer you. Whether you want to dive into the thermal springs, exhaust yourself on a week long hike or just lie in your five-star hotel room, the Sierra has it all. But don't take our word for it, book a flight now and go see for yourself!
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2010-07-16 01:19:32
Ecuador is the best of both worlds. The volcanos,animals, and the people that surrond all regions come together to show the real beauty of Ecuador.
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2010-01-07 00:38:17
I already wrote a comment thanking all these beautiful people for those sweet words describing my gorgeous land ECUADOR.. and beleive me .. I feel myself proud to be an ECUADORIAN... and I hope we as ECUADORIANS never desapoint you guys.. and if you see a little bad thing about ECUADOR.. just remenber nothing is perfect and considerer the possibility on contribute to change whatever bad to something good ... MIL GRACIAS
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2009-12-18 17:43:43
Mr. Thoma Parks. Curious why are you planning to move to Ecuadsor? Cotacachi is beautuful as the other two towns. Why not Otavalo? All these pleaces surround Otavalo...just curious. I have been to Ecuador many times, LOVE IT! Some of the people not so much! The majorIty are great. am married to an Inca from Otavalo.
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2009-12-10 06:48:53
estoy muy contendo que otra vez alli en la cicuadad quito, yo soy chino en xian y trabaje en quito por 4anos me gusta la ciudad mucho que quiero visitarla a quito en futuro. gracias!
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