Points of Interest in Quito
- Museo Templo del Sol Pintor Ortega Maila: Go inside an ancient church and holy site to tour this museum and see demonstrations featuring aromatic oils and crystals.
- Parque La Carolina: Spend an afternoon relaxing among nature away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
- Iglesia de La Compañía de Jesús: As well as being an important historical and religious landmark, this Jesuit church embodies lavish, ornate architecture, monuments and displays.
- Quito Old Town: Walk around this UNESCO World Heritage district. Street vendors and authentic eateries line the narrow, winding streets.
- TelefériQo: Ride a cable car to the top of the mountains for unbelievable views in the clouds.
Quito Cuisine
Street vendors in Quito sell authentic, delicious and cheap food. These are often recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation, and each vendor’s dish will be completely different. Be sure to try llapingacho: a potato omelette topped with fried egg, avocado, salad, chorizo and salsa. If you want something a bit lighter, how about green mango with salt? An under-ripe mango served with lime juice and salt, this dish sounds like it shouldn’t work but really does. This will be your new favourite meal if you’re a lover of sour sweets.
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