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San Miguel Arcángel viewpoint
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San Miguel Arcángel viewpoint

You can see the entire city of Ibarra with its population growth, direct view of Cerro Imbabura, Guayabillas Protected Forest, view from the left side towards the Yahuarcocha lagoon; deforested slopes. San Miguel Arcángel is considered by the residents the patron saint and guardian of Villa de San Miguel de Ibarra. The image of the Archangel San Miguel is located on the Alto de Reyes hill in the Priorato neighborhood. The image of the Archangel Saint Michael is 13 meters and its base is 9 meters. The area is surrounded by a gazebo, which form a complex. How to get? By car on Vía Yurachucito, in Loma Alto de Reyes in the Priorato district, 15 minutes from the center of the city of Ibarra.

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Yahuarcocha Lagoon
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Yahuarcocha Lagoon

Yahuarcocha or Yaguarcocha, means "Lake of Blood" and is derived from the Quichua yaguar=blood and cocha=lake. This lagoon is surrounded by hills and natural viewpoints, it presents an environment of crops, farms and indigenous lands framed by the Angochagua mountain range. This lagoon is believed to have formed in the Pleistocene around 10,000 BC. C. and is of glacial origin. The natural beauty of its landscape and the organization of international automobile competitions, especially in the month of September of each year at the racetrack, have promoted the development of tourism. There is a Dock Bar service, boat rides and sport fishing, especially at night. The National Institute of Cultural Heritage declared Yahuarcocha as the third sacred lagoon in Ecuador. Yahuarcocha lagoon how to get there If you and your family or friends are in the city of Quito, then it is very easy to get to Lake Yahuarcocha, by car it will take about two hours from the city of Quito, and if you want to travel by bus, you will arrive in about two hours and a half. The Yahuarcocha Lagoon is located in the Imbabura Province, 4 kilometers from the city of Ibarra.

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Cotacachi National Park - Cayapas
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Cotacachi National Park - Cayapas

This natural treasure, with a high scenic and landscape potential, is located approximately two hours from Quito. To get to the Upper Zone, take the Panamericana Norte to the city of Cotacachi, from there, continue for 12 kilometers of paved road until you enter the protected area. This protected area was created on August 29, 1968 and has an area of ​​243,638 hectares. “This nature reserve has several tourist facilities that attract the user. We have activities such as hiking, boat rides, lodging, food and guiding services from the surrounding communities”. Currently, the Public Tourism Company of Cotacachi has under its administration the lodging cabins, the restaurant and the boat ride. Location Located in the provinces of Esmeraldas and Imbabura, it constitutes one of the most important conservation areas in the world, as it belongs to the Chocó Biogeographical Region, a neotropical natural corridor with great biodiversity. Hours of Service Reserve Cotacachi- Cayapas Monday to Sunday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Cost Ecological Reserve Cotacachi-Cayapas Admission is free

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Sincholagua volcano
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Sincholagua volcano

It is a dormant volcano - extinct and eroded. It represents a refuge for deer and a home for condors, in addition to housing a segment of the Inca trail. It is the 12th highest summit in the country at 4,873m3 but it is also one of the least known. The name of the mountain comes from the indigenous Quichua word sinchijagua, which means "steep upwards". This elevation, together with Cotopaxi and Rumiñahui, constitutes a triangle of interesting peaks. recommendations The hike on this volcano is considered to be of medium difficulty, so it is recommended for people in good physical condition, in addition to bringing all the necessary equipment for the journey, such as comfortable and warm clothing, trekking shoes, and water. How to get? From Machachi, take the road to El Pedregal to Barrio San Miguel de El Pedregal and then take one of the trails. Another entrance is, through the north control of the Cotopaxi National Park, take the entrance to Hacienda Yanahurco and take one of the trails.

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Ibarra

Ibarra

Imbabura, Ecuador

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Region

sierra

Province

Imbabura

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