monina: May 2010

cuador welcomes you

The official name is Republic of Ecuador.
Ecuador is the smallest country in South America but people here are very loving and friendly.

Ecuador has a population of over 15 millon inhabitants.
Composition of population groups:
Indian: 6.83 percent
Black (Afro-American): 2.23 percent
Mestizo: 77.42 percent
Mulato: 2.74 percent
White: 10.46 percent

Ecuador is in the northwest part of South America, bordered to the north by Co lombia, east and south by Peru and west by the Pacific Ocean.

Ecuador is a multiecthnic country with a rich cultural, natural and archaeological sites, located in the equator at latitude zero. It owes its name to the imaginary line of Ecuador, which crosses the country and divides the earth into two hemispheres.

uito is the Capital city of Ecuador.

Quito is not the capital of Ecuador, but also is the Capital of Orchids in the world with at least 450 species.

Quito is surrounded by mountains and volcanoes that several are still active.

Places to visit in our town

This is very popular city for visitors and tourists both internal and external.

There are sereval places of interest in Ecuador like the Galapagos Islands, Mitad del Mundo, the beachs of the coast, arquitectural churches, National Parks, museums etc.

Galapagos Island

The Galapagos Islands (including the Galapagos Islands and officially Colon Archipelago) is a Pacific Ocean archipelago located 972 km off the coast of Ecuador. It is composed of 13 large volcanic islands, 6 smaller islands and 107 rocks and islets, which are distributed around the earth line of Ecuador. Politically, the islands are a province of Ecuador, whose capital is Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, official terminology it is also called Isular Region of Ecuador.

The Galapagos archipelago is one of the world's most fascinating places for snorkeling and deep. Has been declared one of the seven underwater wonders of the world.

Mitad del Mundo

The Mitad del Mundo(Middle of the World) is 100% touristy and cheesy as well...but you came to Ecuador, so now you're obligated to see the actual 0 degree latitude line....or at least they say it is. Here we have a line painted on the ground where tourists stand on both sides and have their photos taken. There is also a monument, lots of shops, restaurants and the like...a regular theme park here.

In the monument is the Mitad del Mundo Ethnographic Museum, a museum on Indian ethnography of Ecuador.

Architectural Churches

Quito, Ecuador's capital, is located on a horizontal strip of land extending from north to south. This is a beautiful location between mountains, which were combined with the warmth of her people, and its attractions, churches, streets, parks and monuments. Historic Quito is the oldest and best maintained in the colonial sector of South America. Quito is flourished in the old city and is known for his unique style baroque. This style is reflected in the rich and profuse decoration of the interiors of many churches in the Old City. These European influences were combined with the inspiration of indigenous art to create a unique style Quiteño. "For your artwork, Quito has been called" Luz de America" (Light of America.)

The Aerial Tram

After a relaxed 10 minute ride up the mountain we reach an altitude of 4,050 meters, quite close to the summit of Pichincha volcano and the best location to see part of the Avenue of Volcanoes. We sit and enjoy the spectacular view of the city, its surrounding snow covered volcanoes: Cotopaxi, Antisana and Cayambe (over 5,750 meters); other volcanoes and mountains under 5,500 meters, as well as the fertile valleys with its agricultural fields between two Andean ranges. An impressive view complemented with restaurants, cafeterias, handcraft stores, and entertainment for everyone.

Museums

Museo del Banco Central del Ecuador

Ecuador. This 'sungod mask' is its most famous piece of the La Tolita culture of the Pacific coast which lasted from ca 600 BC to 400 AD. It is now the emblem of the Banco Central.

The culture of Ecuador has been perfectly preserved through centuries in various museums in the country. Most museums are located in the Historic Center of Quito, but others of great importance is equally distributed in major cities. The ruins of ancient temples of worship, have also been revamped to offer tourists a direct experience of the past.

This museum exhibits the work and the art collections of Oswaldo Guayasamin, one of the most famous artists of Ecuador.

Transport

In Ecuador you can transport by bus, by trolley and by road.

Lodging In Ecuador

In Ecuador you can at stay at hotels, motels, hostels. furnished apartments, corrages in major cities of the country such as Quito, Guayaquil y Cuenca.

Lodging in Quito

Hosteria San Jose

The Hoster a - Resort San José in the metropolitan district of Quito lies 30 few minutes from the commercial center of Quito and at 2,450 meters from sea level. The main building of the Hoster a is the result of a painstaking restoration project to recover the house of one of the Haciendas of great tradition in the Ecuadorian Andes. Our visitors will be able to enjoy its splendour, comfort and roomy parks and groundss which will allow them to get in contact with some of the history and natural world of the Ecuadorian Andes. There are 27 rooms and 4 suites, all which are elegant and relaxing, come with a view to our roomy groundss. A health club inclusively equipped with a gymnasium with robic exercise machines, free weights, swirl pool, sauna and steam bath is offered. We have 70 acres for hilking and walking and horseback riding among eucalyptus and fruit trees.

Hotel JW Marriott Quito

The JW Marriott Hotel Quito is located in city centre along the famous Avenida Amazonas within walking distance of the new and exclusive business and shopping district.Location:in the city centre - Av. Orellana 1172 y Av. Amazonas5 miles from the Airport QuitoRooms:257 rooms, 11 floorsall guest rooms and Suites have breathtaking views of either Pichincha volcano or the City of QuitoServices: Restaurant, Lobby Bar, Shopping Area, World-class Spa, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Pool, Jacuzzi, Massage. Sauna, High-speed Internet, Business Centre with Meeting Room and Ball Room, Best-in-class catering services, Parking

Lodging in Guayaquil
Hotel Oro Verde of Guayaquil
Hotel Oro Verde is the place where guests experience a winning combination of Swiss expertise and warm Ecuadorian hospitality. Located in the most modern commercial and banking area of Guayaquil, the largest and most dynamic city in Ecuador, this fine hotel provides excellent service in a friendly atmosphere and offers all the comfort of an international hotel of high standards.We offer 230 luxury rooms, three restaurants, bar, delicatessen, room service, a luxurious Club Floor, swimming pool, fitness and business center, casino and shops. Oro Verde Guayaquil is equipped with excellent event, convention and banquet facilities to cover social meetings up to 1.200 people. Oro Verde Hotel provides its guests and customers with a modern and private parking building with 24-hour security.Each of the newly refurbished rooms and suites features remote control international cable TV, direct-dial telephone, data jacks for PC and fax, minibar and hairdryer. Many suites contain a full kitchen
Rooms/212 Single
Location: Within City
Address: 9 de Octubre y Garcia Moreno
Telephone: (593 4) 232 7999
City: Guayaquil

Hotel Hilton Colón Guayaquil

Elegance, comfort, security and personalized service are just some of the characteristics that make Hilton Colón Guayaquil, a real five-star city resort hotel. The splendid building is located only five minutes away from José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport and dominates the city's new booming commercial and financial zone in Ecuador. The hotel is surrounded by the main shopping centers and offers easy access to the downtown district area. All members and guests will be booked on the Club Floor.

294 Rooms/ 404 Spaces
Location: Within City
Address: Av. Francisco de Orellana Mz. 111
Telephone: (593 4) 268 900

Hotel Crespo

Cuenca oldest develops its activities in a building dating from the late 1800s, it has had some assistance, maintaining the colonial architecture, located on one side in the most important City, "El Barranco" Tomebamba banks of the River and on the other, Calle Larga, which has the largest concentration of museums and nightlife of the city. SERVICES / FACILITIESThe Hotel has 39 rooms, restaurant, La Casona, bar The Pot Still, two rooms for events and conventions, laundry service, room service, business center, private parking and unlimited Internet in public areas and rooms. ROOM INFORMATIONWe have 39 rooms including single, double, twin and family all the comforts provided to satisfy the needs of the modern tourist, one of the most important features of the rooms in the hotel is that they are all different, some of them have a beautiful Barranco del Rio view Tomebamba, others completely remodeled the steps leading down to it and some with views of Long Street.
Address: Calle Larga 793, Cuenca Ecuador
Telephone: (07) 2842571.

Rugs for sale at a market in Otavalo are an example of indigenous craftsmanship