Discover these places worth visiting in Distrito Metropolitano de Quito and select a hotel nearby for ultimate convenience
Basilica del Voto Nacional
韭韭娄The National Vow Church is called "Basilica" by the locals. It is 151 meters tall and can be seen from any side of the city. It is indeed tall enough. Inside, it is very simple and there are not many things. There is an additional fee to climb to the top, which is not expensive. We were tired and did not go up. Other churches in Quito are much more luxurious than this one.
Middle of the World City
韭韭娄Standing on the top of the monument and looking around, you can see a lot of peaks, some are volcanoes, large volume, spectacular, there are some small museums below the surrounding area, there are some knowledge about the north and south equator in the tower, you can participate in these activities (it seems to be paid inexpensive), Here are two addresses, because the first one is not particularly accurate due to technical reasons, we only went on a big one, people will step on both sides of the photo, very commemorative, get off the airport and have a car directly, so that you can save a transportation fee.
Parque La Carolina
乖乖小咪Carolina Park in Quito is a large natural national park in Ecuador. The scenery here is very magnificent, with endless peaks, long and winding coastline, and majestic valleys, all of which make it the most popular natural attraction in Quito.
Palacio de Gobierno
乖乖小咪The presidential palace in Quito is located above the famous Plaza de Independence, a Spanish building with a history of more than 400 years. You can visit specific areas, the whole presidential palace is very large, with its own small garden, very beautiful.
Independence Square
翱翱翔的大鲨鱼Plaza de la Independencia The central square in Quito is not very big, not empty, at a glance, but a park with a monument of independent heroes in the middle, surrounded by many trees and long rafts, many locals sitting leisurely. Its side is Palacio de Carondelet. The presidents of Ecuador since independence have been here, and on the other side of the square is the cathedral of Ecuador.
Church of the Company
翱翱翔的大鲨鱼The latter is known as the most gorgeous church in the country, with a large nave and the interior is covered with gold foil. It is very elegant and beautiful. The style of Spanish-style churches is very consistent. I remember that the churches in the Philippines are similar, but not so luxurious.
Quito Old Town
HHuaCFThe old town of Quito is worth a visit. Many attractions such as the National Oath Temple, the former residence of Columbus, the Presidential Palace, the Church of Jesus of Kongpaña, and the Independence Square are all here. The tickets are not expensive. The decoration in the church is very shocking.
Casa del Alabado
乖乖小咪Quito's pre-Columbus era praises the Former Residence Museum, which is where Columbus lived before his life. It is a two-story bungalow, built on the edge of the sea, the scenery is very beautiful. The decoration of the house has a clear Spanish style, the furniture is luxurious, everyone can fully experience the scene of Columbus' life.
Calle La Ronda
翱翱翔的大鲨鱼La Ronda is known as the Bohemian Street of Quito. The short streets, the buildings on both sides are colorful and decorated with small colorful flags, the atmosphere is joyous and vibrant, and it is very different from the historic city. Since the colonial period, it was a concentration of artists, literati, poets, politicians, etc. Many famous people in Ecuador have visited. There are still many coffee shops, Wenqing shops and restaurants, all local.
San Francisco Catholic Church
翱翱翔的大鲨鱼Just on the side of Quito Independence Square. It is a typical Latin Baroque architecture. The appearance is very simple, the inside is also very simple, there are many tourists, more clergy and churchgoers.