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Catedral de Cuenca, Ecuador

Overview

After Quito, Cuenca is Ecuador’s most important colonial city. But don’t say that to the locals, who insist that their laid-back culture, cleaner streets and more agreeable weather outclass the capital, hands down.


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Quilotoa volcano with water-filled caldera.

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Ultimate Ecuador: plan your perfect adventure

Jan 7, 2016 • 4 min read

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