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Quito & the Andes

The Andes' Colonial Crown

A perfectly preserved colonial old town two miles high in the Andes.

At a glance · 5 reasons to go

Why Quito & the Andes.

  1. One of the best-preserved colonial centers (UNESCO).

  2. Stand on the Equator at the Mitad del Mundo.

  3. Volcanoes and the TelefériQo cable car.

  4. A gateway to the Galápagos and the Amazon.

  5. Ornate churches dripping with gold.

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Quito is the Andes' colonial crown — a gorgeous, gold-laced old town two miles up, ringed by volcanoes, and the launch pad for both the Galápagos and the Amazon.

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Safety

Safety Overview

Quito & the Andes

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Reviewed: 2026-06-06

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