On top of the 200 metre high volcanic hill known as El Panecillo stands ‘La Virgen de Quito’. This famous monument is dedicated to the virgin Mary. Because of its imposing height, it stands out from nearly everywhere in the city. For this reason, it is commonly used as a reference point.
View of a road that descends down from El Panecillo Hill toward central Quito. At the bottom is the...
View of Parroquia San Sebastian, a poor neighborhood in Quito. This suburb has a reputation for crime and is...
View of Quito’s central business district as seen from Calle Guanguiltagua (Guanguiltagua Street). La Virgen de Quito can be...
The La Compania Church showcases one of the most notable examples of Spanish Baroque architectural style in South America.
Pasaje Tobar is a Shopping Plaza in Centro Histórico, Quito. It has access from both on Guayaquil Street and...
Pululahua Crater is a volcanic formation located near Quito, the capital city of Ecuador. It is a popular stop...
Pululahua is actually a volcanic caldera. It is located near Quito, the capital city of Ecuador. The word “Pululahua”...
