Top 5 Ecuador Tourist Attractions

The Republic of Ecuador, which is what Ecuador is officially referred to, is one of the largest and more attractive countries in South America. Ecuador, which surprisingly has a rich history, is home to exotic flora, wildlife and a beautiful and endless coastal line. It has also become one of the top tourist destinations on this side of the world. Ecuador has never been known as a top tourist attraction until the last few years when the government took extensive measures to inform the world about Ecuador tourist attractions. One of the biggest reasons why Ecuador has experienced such great growth in tourism over the last decade or so, as compared to other South American countries, is the lack crime and danger.

Ecuador tourist attractions consist of something for everyone, ranging from pure nature, beautiful beaches, abundance of historical sites, water sports and a vast wildlife. In addition, we can't forget to mention the extraordinary class of Ecuadorian hotels and resorts at very affordable prices. This article will highlight five Ecuador tourist attractions that will drive anyone instinctively to pick it as the place for their next vacation.

The first place on this list is Quito, which is the capital and second largest city in the country. The features that make it stand out are the twin peaks, Ruco and Guagua, of the Pichincha volcano, which overshadow the city. Moreover, Quito was one of the most important Inca cities, which basically refers to the first ruling empire that helped create the country. Even though there are hardly any traces of Inca Empire, the city has done an amazing job in preserving most of its colonial character, especially from the era of when the Spanish ruled the land. It is also home to the oldest church in South America, which is referred to as the Plaza de la Independencia.

Another site included in Ecuador tourist attractions are the Andean Highlands. These Highlands consist of a number of major cities throughout the country and are easily accessible thanks to the Pan American Highway that passes throughout the country. Included in the Andean Highlands are multiple volcanoes, some that are currently active, the Sangay National Park, which is also known as one of the world's top heritage sites. This national park, interestingly, is characterized by having landscapes that range from glaciers to rain forests.

Guayaquil is the largest city and the economic hub of the country. There are many tourist attractions to take in that might require more than a couple of days. The richest historical landmark in the city is Rotonda, which is surrounded by government offices. The Littoral is the coastal belt and home to numerous ports of the country and is one of the top Ecuador tourist attractions. This is where the real fun begins because it offers everything from beaches, resorts, water sports and deep-water fishing. This is one place where you can easily spend your entire vacation at and still not have enough time to get everything done. It has great food and an even better nightlife.

And finally, the last of the top tourist attractions is the Oriente, a terms that refers to the basin of the Amazon located on the eastern side of the country. If your passion is wildlife, flora, fauna and virgin forests then, the Oriente (Amazon Jungle) is the place for you. This is one of the few places in the world where native Indians are the major inhabitants. It is an amazing place to spend some time and take in things that you have only seen on television. These top Ecuador tourist attractions should be enough to help anyone make their mind about where they are going for their next vacation.