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Ecuador RiobambaThe city is the commercial center for the Chimborazo province, also an important point of highland cultures, because many indigenous communities live in this province, that contrasts with the self-styled European aristocracy. It is home to challenging peaks and towering volcanoes such as the
Chimborazo volcano
which is located in the western Andean range; it's summit rises 6,310 meters (20,700 feet) above sea level.
Railway Incredible Adventure!Metropolitan Touring's Expreso takes you to this amazing place, where you can enjoy beautiful landscapes, as the expreso zigzags from the dizzying heights of the Andes to sea level, in a matter of hours. Request Free Ecuador Brochures here On Wednesdays, fridays and Sundays at 7h00 the train leaves the station in Riobamba, it passes through Cajabamba and the breathtaking Colta lagoons, and the small Guamote village. At 10h30 the train climbs to a little picturesque town in the highlands called Alausi. The train goes backwards on the way down, until it reaches the Simbambe station, and after 30 minutes it goes back to Alausi. At 13h30 it leaves back towards Ecuador Riobamba, where it arrives at 17h00. Make sure you travel on the roof of the train (very traditional) to have a better view. Be prepared for an unforgettable trip! Recommended Places to Visit in Ecuador Riobamaba:
Near this park you see the Santa Barbara Cathedral with beautiful colonial stone facade and an incongruously modern interior. The Municipality and several colonial buildings with arcades. It also has a colorful tile tableau of the history of Ecuador. Near the park is San Antonio de Padua's church where bible stories are written in the windows. Guayaquil Park is the largest in the urban area, with a small lake, a ban shell, a good playground. You can also find an unusual sculpture made by a local artist. Ecuador Riobamba is a city with an important market center where indigenous people from many communities congregate. Saturday is the main day when the city fills with colorful dressed Indians from different parts of the Chimborazo province, each wearing their distinctive costume. Trading and selling overflows the markets all over the Riobamba. The tourist market is in the small Plaza Roja. It is a good place to buy local handicrafts and authentic Indian clothing only on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Concepcion Convent: It is a wonderful treasure from the 18th century's religious art. The priceless gold monstrance, "Custodia de Riobamba Antigua", is the museum greatest treasure, one of the richest of its kind in South America. This museum is definitively worth visiting. You will see a good collection of arms, uniforms and religious artifacts used through different periods of Ecuadorian history. It is housed in a historical hacienda house where the peace treaty between liberal and conservative forces was signed. You can also visit the former hacienda and ride horses. Guano, at ten minutes by road from Riobamba, is an important handicraft center known for its wool and carpet weavings. Guamote, close to Guano, is also famous for its colonial architecture as well as for its woolens. Outdoor sports enthusiasts will enjoy fishing at nearby Lake Ozogoche and hiking in Chunchi, where wildlife abounds in the dense vegetation. Visitors to this region also enjoy visiting churches and early colonial homes in Cajabamba and the church at La Balbanera the oldest Spanish-built structure in Ecuador. Ecuador Riobamba is waiting for you, for an unforgettable experience! More About EcuadorReal Estate in Ecuador OpportunityCheap Airline Tickets to Ecuador Ecuador Free Travel Brochures Recommended Ecuador Reading:Lonely Planet Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands This book covers extensively from rugged Ecuador's Andean mountains and the Amazon rain forest, to serene Pacific beaches and the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos Islands. (One of the best and most complete travel guides to Ecuador) Ecuador, 5th: Climbing & Hiking This book is a real treasure of off-the-beaten track hikes and has good descriptions of the more established routes. This book is great for getting to known the less known areas of Ecuador. (Also highly recommended) For more information or questions about Ecuador Riobamba, and other cities in this beautiful country or if need any assistance to plan your trip to Ecuador, Please Click Here to Contact Me Back from Ecuador Riobamba to Ecuador Main Informative Page
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