It is a time of religious commemoration, of meditation and rituals. Easter week is synonymous with popular faith, authenticity, tradition, and cultural expression.
Chocolate is in. Something new about it is discovered every day. Ecuador has the honor of being the producer of the finest cocoa in the world, which as we all know is the main ingredient in chocolate.
The streets of Quito have become the ideal setting for contemporary “chasquis” (runners), genuinely passionate about running mile after mile.
Recently the city has developed and improved tourist attractions, in order to reach more Quiteños and foreigners alike, so that all may enjoy these spaces. Below you’ll find a few must-see list of spots to include in your itinerary:
Mangers or nativity scenes are a tradition that dates back to the colonial age.
“She’s been there for a few months now. She likes it, no one bothers her at that height” explained Richard, our guide, while we admired the nest of an Andean cock-of-the-rock.
One of the most anticipated shows has finally, for the first time, arrived to Quito! Corteo by Cirque du Soleil ends a 10-year world tour on December 13th at the Bicentenario Park. “ Corteo” has been shown in 57 cities with 3500 functions with an average of eight million viewers.
Yellow light lampposts that illuminate the cobble stone streets allow visitors to la Ronda to experience colonial Quito: its side streets, twsits and turns; its trades, sweets and traditional dishes. The tile roofs, iron forged balconies, window frames…
We’re in Nanegalito. A small, rustically charming restaurant on the side of the road is where Roberto and his family wait for us. They quickly make some bolón (fried plantain dumplings) with coffee and fresh orange juice for us visitors. The steaming hot dish and the crunchy texture of the first bite are amazing; the first sign that today will be a great day.
This tourist blog is dedicated to collect new, safety and alternative experiences in Quito. Through short, photographs, videos and audios stories, these stories aim to motivate the local and foreign visitors to tour various parts of the city and relive the stories or find their own experiences. If you want to discover the city and do not know where to start, in this blog you will find fresh and original ideas.