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Ecuadors Avenue of the Volcanoes is the backbone of the Central Highlands, a long and beautiful stretch of eternal mountain views. Snow-capped volcanoes peer through layers of mist and each curve of the highway presents a new vision. The highest peaks, several of which are active volcanoes, lie in this stretch of the Andes. Opportunities for adventure include hiking, trekking, mountaineering and horseback riding. Mountain biking and road touring are coming into their own. Birders and photographers will find this region a pleasure. Wildlife viewing abounds, particularly in the higher-elevation pramo zones.From Quito north to the Colombian border, the Andes provide spectacular views of rolling mountains, sparkling lakes, and tiny villages. Indigenous culture, passed down through the ages, is mixed with the colonial legacy. Renowned for their handicrafts, local communities offer everything from leather goods to Panama hats, wool sweaters, paintings, sketches, woodcarvings, pottery and stoneware, handcrafted jewelry and fine lace and embroidery. Travelers flock here to buy the quality crafts and goods hidden within the areas remote villages and sold at the world-renowned market in Otavalo, one of the largest and oldest indigenous craft markets in all of Latin America. Arts and crafts are just one facet of this amazing region. With lower elevations, a milder climate, and less extreme weather conditions than the central Sierras, the Northern Highlands are ideal for outdoor activities. Cayambe Volcano and its surrounding lake-trodden countryside offer plenty of exciting opportunities to explore and play. And from Cotacachi Volcano, the western slopes of the Andes begin with the boundary of the Cotacachi-Cayapas Ecological Reserve, and include the emerald jewel of Lago Cuicocha set within. The ecological reserves in this region offer some of the least explored and perhaps most underrated natural treasures in the country. This is based on our much larger Ecuador Adventure Guide. Following are reviews: This unique region provides more geographic, biological and recreational diversity than any other country in Latin America. It has Darwins Galapagos islands, misty cloud forests, the snow-capped Andes and the Amazon Basin. The natural attractions are unparalleled. This book is the ultimate resource for travelers. With an eye toward ecotourism, its packed with practical travel tips and full of details about the regions unique cultures. Amazon customer. Provides all the suggestions and tools necessary to put together an outstanding trip... candid... The Bookwatch. Adventure Guides aim to deliver content... Moderately-priced and truly user-friendly, they are packed with information that other series rarely cover. Library Journal. Covered in detail are the history, culture, geography and climate, with stops at museums, historic sites and local attractions. Also covered are places to stay and eat; transportation; practical concerns; useful websites; e-mail addresses; and tourism contacts. Detailed regional and town maps feature walking and driving tours.

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Ecuador - The Northern Central Southern Highlands Peter Krahenbuhl Hunter - photo 1

Ecuador - The Northern, Central & Southern Highlands

Peter Krahenbuhl

Hunter Publishing, Inc.

HUNTER PUBLISHING, INC,

www.hunterpublishing.com

Ulysses Travel Publications

4176 Saint-Denis, Montral, Qubec

Canada H2W 2M5

tel. 514-843-9882, ext. 2232; fax 514-843-9448

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Oxford, OX44 9EJ England

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ISBN 1-58843-346-3

2009 Hunter Publishing, Inc.

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This guide focuses on recreational activities. As all such activities contain elements of risk, the publisher, author, affiliated individuals and companies disclaim responsibility for any injury, harm, or illness that may occur to anyone through, or by use of, the information in this book. Every effort was made to insure the accuracy of information in this book, but the publisher and author do not assume, and hereby disclaim, liability for any loss or damage caused by errors, omissions, misleading information or potential travel problems caused by this guide, even if such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause.

Preface
About the Author
Introduction
1. Adventure Awaits
2. Ecuador, the Country
  1. Adventure Overview
  2. Location
  3. History & Politics
    1. Pre-Inca
    2. Inca Invasion
    3. Brothers Divide as the Spanish Arrive
    4. The Colonial Era
    5. The Church, Haciendas & Recession
    6. Independence
    7. Internal Strife & the Political Economy
    8. Modern Ecuador
    9. The Conflict between Ecuador & Peru
    10. Ecuador Today
  4. Geography/Land
  5. Climate
  6. Flora & Fauna
    1. Mammals
    2. Birds
    3. Reptiles & Amphibians
    4. Insects
    5. Plants
  7. People/Culture
  8. Cuisine
  9. Government
  10. The Economy
Travel Information
1. When to Go
2. Getting Here
3. Getting Around
  1. Camionetas
4. What to Bring
  1. Luggage
  2. Clothing & Footwear
  3. Equipment
5. Customs & Entry
6. Leaving Ecuador
7. Money Matters
  1. Currency
  2. Your Money
  3. Travel Expenses
  4. Taxes & Gratuities
  5. Embassies
8. Health & Safety
  1. Vaccinations
  2. Travel Insurance
  3. Food & Drinking Water
  4. Toilets
  5. Security
  6. Medical Facilities & Doctors
    1. Major Medical Facilities
    2. Doctors
9. Communication
  1. Telephone Service
  2. Internet Access
  3. Mail
  4. Newspapers
10. Time Zone
11. Electricity
12. Language
  1. Studying Spanish
13. Women & Children Travelers
14. Disabled Travelers
15. Gay & Lesbian Travelers
16. Holidays & Festivals
Eco-Travel
1. State of the Environment
  1. Coastal Ecuador
  2. The Sierras
  3. Amazon Deforestation & Development
2. Reserves & National Parks
3. Adventure & Outdoor Activities
  1. Hiking, Trekking & Mountaineering
  2. Rafting & Kayaking
  3. Horseback Riding
  4. Mountain Biking
  5. Birding, Nature Viewing & Photography
  6. Cultural Tourism
  7. Island Excursions in the Galpagos
4. Tour Operators & Guides
  1. Eco-Rating
The Northern Highlands
1. History
2. Flora & Fauna
3. Getting Here & Getting Around
4. Visitor Information
  1. Otavalo
  2. Ibarra
  3. Tulcn
5. Touring & Sightseeing
  1. Caldern
  2. Cayambe
  3. Otavalo
  4. Cotacachi
  5. Ibarra
  6. San Antonio de Ibarra
  7. El ngel
  8. Tulcn
  9. To the Coast
6. Adventures
  1. On Foot
    1. Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve
    2. Around Otavalo
    3. Imbabura Volcano
    4. Cotacachi Volcano & Lake Cuicocha
    5. El ngel Ecological Reserve
    6. Serious Climbing
      1. Cayambe Volcano
  2. On Wheels
    1. Mountain Biking
  3. On Horseback
7. Eco-Travel
  1. Cochasqui Archeological Site
  2. Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve
  3. Cotacachi-Cayapas Ecological Reserve
  4. Rumicucho Archeological Site
  5. Intag Cloud Forest Reserve
  6. El ngel Ecological Reserve
  7. Jatun Sacha & the Guandera Cloud Forest Reserve
8. Where to Stay
  1. Cayambe
  2. Otavalo
  3. Otavalo Outskirts
  4. San Pablo del Lago
  5. North of Otavalo
  6. Cotacachi
  7. Ibarra
  8. Camping
    1. Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve
    2. Lagunas Mojandes
    3. El ngel Ecological Reserve
9. Where to Eat
  1. Otavalo
  2. Ibarra
10. Shopping
11. Nightlife
Central Highlands
1. Quito South to Riobamba
  1. Flora & Fauna
  2. Getting Here
  3. Getting Around
  4. Visitor Information
    1. Latacunga
    2. Ambato
    3. Riobamba
  5. Touring & Sightseeing
    1. Alag
    2. Machachi & Aloas
    3. Latacunga
    4. Ambato
    5. Riobamba
  6. Adventures
    1. On Foot & With Gear
  7. On Wheels
  8. On Horseback
  9. Tour Operators & Guides
  10. Eco-Travel
    1. Ilinizas Ecological Reserve
    2. Cotopaxi National Park & Volcano
    3. Chimborazo Reserve & Volcano
  11. Where to Stay
    1. Camping
  12. Where to Eat
2. Baos Area
  1. Getting Here & Getting Around
  2. Visitor Information
  3. Touring & Sightseeing
    1. Salasaca
    2. Pelileo
    3. Baos
  4. Adventures
    1. On Foot
    2. On Horseback
    3. On Wheels
    4. On Water
  5. Tour Operators
  6. Eco-Travel
    1. Sangay National Park
  7. Where to Stay
  8. Where to Eat
  9. Shopping & Entertainment
Cuenca & the Southern Highlands
1. History
2. Flora & Fauna
3. Getting Here & Getting Around
4. Visitor Information
  1. Azogues
  2. Cuenca
  3. Loja
  4. Vilcabamba
5. Touring & Sightseeing
  1. Caar
  2. Biblin
  3. Azogues
  4. Cuenca
  5. Chordeleg & Gualaceo Cultural Excursions
  6. Loja
  7. Vilcabamba
6. Adventures
  1. On Foot
  2. With a Fishing Pole
  3. On Horseback
  4. On Wheels
7. Eco-Travel
  1. Around Cuenca
    1. Ingapirca Ruins
    2. El Cajas National Park
  2. Near Loja & Vilcabamba
    1. Podocarpus National Park
8. Where to Stay
  1. Ingapirca
  2. Cuenca
  3. Loja
  4. Vilcabamba
  5. Camping
9. Where to Eat
  1. Cuenca
  2. Loja
  3. Vilcabamba
10. Entertainment & Shopping
Appendix
1. Additional Resources
  1. Learning the Language
    1. DAYS OF THE WEEK
    2. MONTHS OF THE YEAR
    3. NUMBERS
    4. CONVERSATION
    5. TELLING TIME
    6. DIRECTIONS
    7. ACCOMMODATIONS
  2. Tourist Information
  3. Online Sources of Information
  4. Recommended International Tour Companies

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