The First Call for Independence
Astrid On August 10, 1809 Quito was the place of the first revolt against Spain in Latin America. A group of criollos (people of Spanish descent but born in the South American colonies) declared their
Category: Ecuadorian Culture & Events
Ecuadorian Dances
SOLEQtravel Ever since I was little, I have always loved to dance. When I was a teenager I danced especially Standard, Hip Hop and Jazz. When I finally knew that I will go to Ecuador,
Tránsito Amaguaña – A Fighter for Indigenous Rights
Astrid Tránsito Amaguaña was one of Ecuador’s most important indigenous leaders, who is until today remembered and honored. She was born on September 10, 1909 close to Cayambe. Her parents lived and worked on a
Our favorite museums in Ecuador
SOLEQtravel You can find many different museums in Ecuador. From tiny community-run exhibitions to pompous art museums of the so-called Quito school, there is a museum for every taste. The staff of SOLEQ.travel ranked their
Andean Music
Dayana Music is the art of mixing sounds, and expressing feelings and emotions. It is proven that people have created music from the beginning of time. The history of music begins with the Egyptian Culture.
La Fanesca – A Traditional Ecuadorian Dish
Dayana The traditional dish “Fanesca” is usually prepared to be eaten and enjoyed during Lent. The most typical day to eat this dish on is Good Friday. The origin There are many different narrations about
Fruits of Ecuador
SOLEQtravel When I first arrived to Ecuador, one of the first things I did was head to the supermarket to buy all the fruits of Ecuador I had never seen before. I should have gone
Jewish Exile in Ecuador
Astrid The well-known destinations for German Jewish refugees during the Holocaust were the United States, England, Switzerland, or other neighboring countries that seemed safe before the war began. However, it was actually difficult to get
Sports in Ecuador
SOLEQtravel All you need to know about sports in Ecuador Concerning Sports in Ecuador, there is a lot to say about. Haske tells us about his experiences in Quito. “Ever since I was a little
Holidays: Christmas and New Year’s in Quito
Dayana Christmas in Quito After a hopefully successful year for all of you, it is time to find a relaxing end of 2015. Here in Quito we have our own traditions concerning holidays. The “Quiteños”
