Quito, Ecuadors Hauptstadt, liegt hoch in den Anden auf 2.850 Metern Höhe in der Region Pichincha. Die historische Altstadt zeigt Kolonialarchitektur, die Basilika del Voto Nacional und enge gepflasterte Straßen. Besucher erkunden UNESCO-Welterbestätten zu Fuß, besuchen indigene Märkte und wandern in der Nähe gelegene Vulkangipfel und Nebelwälder.
Quito is the capital of Ecuador, situated in the Andean highlands at approximately 2,850 meters above sea level in the northern Sierra region. It is one of the closest capitals to the equatorial line and is recognized by UNESCO for housing the best-preserved historic center in Latin America. The city serves as the primary gateway for travelers exploring the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon basin, and the Avenue of the Volcanoes.
Destination | Capital City | Andean Highlands | UNESCO World Heritage | Ecuador | South America | Cultural Travel | Outdoor Adventure
