The Inca culture
As soon as you spend even five minutes searching about South America, you will immediately come across the word “Inca” several times, often without any further explanation. So you naturally ask yourself: “Inca, what is
Tag: History
Travel tip Peru – the Nazca Lines
The mysterious origin and meaning of the Nazca Lines Lines, shapes and figures – meters long and sometimes only visible from the air. Centuries old in the Peruvian desert. These are the Nazca Lines. But
Travel experience: Ecuador and Galapagos round trip part 2
Two weeks ago, we shared with you the first part of the travel experiences of two of our travelers. Now follow them on their journey from Chimborazo to Guayaquil. As in the first part, this segment also
Floreana – The small Galapagos island with an exciting history
Floreana in the south of the archipelago is the smallest of the inhabited Galapagos Islands, but certainly the one with the most varied history in terms of its settlement. Several books have been written about
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
From Quitsato to Otavalo – the most beautiful destinations in the province of Imbabura
Michelle The way to quitsato Come with us FROM QUITSATO TO OTAVALO – THE MOST BEAUTIFUL DESTINATIONS IN THE PROVINCE OF IMBABURALast weekend it was time for a new adventure in Ecuador. Otavalo is one
A tour through Quito’s historical city center
Michelle If you have just arrived in Ecuador, you will be interested in visiting the best places in Quito. But even if you have already spent a few weeks in the country, there are still
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
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
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
