Discover Quito, A Charming Land of Old Civilizations

Quito, Ecuador’s capital is the quintessential holiday destination of Latin America that offers wonderful diversity – from jaw-dropping mountainous landscapes to a charming old town, as well as religious buildings and colonial sites. This enticing capital city was one of the world’s first cities to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it’s no wonder why; there are lots of incredible landmarks to explore here. The most iconic amongst them is the Virgin of El Panecillo, one of the world’s largest aluminum monuments with a huge winged statue of the Virgin Mary. Head to the Basilica of the National Vow, a Roman Catholic church and admire its colourful stained-glass windows and neo-Gothic architecture. You can also step inside the stunning 17th-century La Compania de Jesus Church which features gold-plated baroque carvings and Baroque style architecture. After all of that sightseeing, why not retre read more