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Hill Of Arches
Enigmatic, mysterious and impressive is the Cerro de Arcos, characterized by its type of rockiness and its plainness. Located in the upper part of the moor. Cerro Arcos is located at an approximate height of 3,772 meters above sea level, with temperatures ranging between 05 to 12 degrees Celsius. What should you know? With the help of a guide, they go up in vans along a trail to the foot of the hill (it takes an hour and a half until then). It is called that because its rock formation is made up of some natural arches and tourists pass under them. Don't try to go alone, because if the fog goes down, you risk getting lost. Hiking in Cerro Arcos From Manú along a narrow road we pass through El Salado, Mirador de Bellavista, Valle Hermoso, Huambusari, Río Negro, La Encrucijada, Las Cuevas, Cordillera de Sabadel Alto and Laguna de las Curiquingas. From this place you can see the capricious orography of the Cerro; in the background, large grasslands, pine forests and stone masses that give it a unique appearance. The cold and thick fog are characteristic of the area. Already on the hill, the tour is done along a wide path that passes through the arches and shelters where tourists take their rest. Then you reach the Cueva Sonora and the Plaza de Piedra; from there you can see a beautiful viewpoint and a large number of rocks with colorful shapes, for example, there is an immense one that looks like a turtle, another that is called the Elephant's Nose, El Sacerdote. Then continue to the Devil's Cave, other arches and more. All the beauty of this natural monument can be seen when the sky is clear and the weather is good. LOCATION It limits with Loja and El Oro. It is located to the west of the Canton, in the Manú Parish, to get there you can take a vehicle to the Manú Parish, and then walk for about an hour. The highlights of Cerro de Arcos Natural Pyramids: This place is characterized by the fact that it has some natural stone pyramids, the same ones that have the shape of arches and animals, it is a plain that has many particularities presenting a type of playfulness. It also has a natural cave approximately 3 meters high and 6 meters deep, covered by thick vegetation.
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Historic Center of Zaruma
The city of houses with beautiful facades that rest on floors that hide precious metals. Being one of the oldest cities in Ecuador, Zaruma preserves an invaluable historical and architectural wealth that is embodied in its buildings. The urban design and architecture, together with the landscape environment, make this a unique city in the world, making it worthy of relevant titles. Declared as Cultural Heritage of the Nation on July 17, 1990, with 53 buildings; its rich gastronomy and artisanal production. The historic center of this magical town has 201 heritage houses with facades meticulously built in fine wood that reflect various techniques from the 19th and 20th centuries. Among the most important values of Zaruma's identity is its urban fabric and its architecture, the result of the adaptations and solutions that the local community has given to the irregular topography, creating a very particular cultural landscape. The plumb architecture based on design and diverse construction systems, highlighting the use of guayacán and cedar wood, which remain from time. ica and architecture that is embodied in its buildings. WHAT TO BRING? Zaruma's climate is warm, so it is advisable to always wear comfortable and light clothing, sunscreen, insect repellent, a camera, a hat, and sunglasses. To walk trails it is necessary to wear comfortable or sports shoes, as well as a raincoat or umbrella in anticipation of sudden drizzle WHERE IS ZARUMA? The Zaruma Canton is located in the south-eastern part of the province of El Oro. It limits to the north with the province of Azuay, to the south with the Piñas canton, to the east with the Portovelo canton and to the west with the Chilla and Atahualpa cantons with a territorial extension of 643.50 Km2. HOW TO GET? From Quito In the Terrestrial Terminal of Quitumbe or Carcelén you can take the following companies that travel directly to Zaruma: Western Transportation, Panamericana, Piñas Interprovincial, T.A.C. Approximate distance by land 616 km, travel time 11 hours.
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Zaruma
El Oro, Ecuador
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Region
costa
Province
El Oro
Discover Zaruma, a charming city in the province of El Oro, in the costa region of Ecuador. A destination for visitors who want to explore the cultural and natural richness of Ecuador.