The traditional ecuadorian Fanesca
A typical dish that you can enjoy only here in Ecuador. Fanesca is a delicious soup made of cooked tender legumes, especially prepared at Easter. Although Easter was a while ago this year, we don’t want to
Category: Ecuadorian Culture & Events
Carnival in Quito
Maria S. Two weeks ago carnival was celebrated in Ecuador. The holiday lasted from Saturday to Tuesday. I never had spent Carnival in Quito before, so I was excited to see what the Ecuadorian capital
What to do at Ciudad Mitad del Mundo
One of the many special features of Ecuador is its location on the equator. Therefore, during a trip to this beautiful and diverse country, a visit to the equator should not be missed. In the
Visit to the domes of the churches of Quito
Diego Get to know the city of Quito from above. The other day our agency, SOLEQ.travel, was invited by the metropolitan public company of Quito Tourism Destination Management to get to know one of the
Guided city tour Quito: Ruta Romance y Libertadores
Emilia Last week we had the opportunity to take part in a guided tour through the old town of Quito, Ecuador’s capital. The theme of the route is “Romance and Liberators” and takes its guests
A day at the Pyramids of Cochasqui
Dayana One of the archaeological sites near the city of Quito, capital of Ecuador, are the Pyramids of Cochasqui, which are located at 3100 meters above sea level. From the historic center, you have an
Museum tip Quito: Guayasamin residence and the Capilla del Hombre
Visiting the Guayasamin museum If you have a few hours in Quito, you should visit the Guayasamin Museum. The museum is located in the Bellavista district directly at the foot of the Parque Metropolitano. The
Ecuadorian Carnival: colorful parades, concerts and carioca
Angela As a Dutch girl with a catholic upbringing, I have celebrated carnival since I was young. Since I love the celebrations in the Netherlands, I was excited to experience what Ecuadorian carnival is like.
Ecuador Carnival 2026: Complete Guide to Dates, Best Places & Travel Tips
Quick Answer: Carnival in Ecuador 2026 takes place on February 16-17 (Monday and Tuesday). It’s a national holiday when cities transform with colorful parades, music on every corner, and the traditional battle of water, foam, and flour.
How Ecuadorian Ceviche is cooked
Ecuadorian shrimp ceviche is one of the most popular and tasted dishes not only from the coast but from the entire Ecuador. Therefore we want to show you how you can easily do this at