Tourist attractions in Ecuador
Bridal Veil Waterfall
Bridal Veil Waterfall
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Tzanka ecological shelter
The TZANKA ecological refuge constitutes a shelter center for species, both animal and plant, in which, with its guided tours, information is provided on the great variety of flora and fauna existing in the Amazon, thus helping to preserve of the same through environmental education, in addition it tries to revalue the ethnic groups that are settled in the area. This allows us to know the roots and the great ethnological variety found in the province of Zamora Chinchipe. This generates knowledge that covers a number of important issues for tourists, which results in their satisfaction and therefore the region's tourism development. Tzanka has its facilities with defined areas. Green Area: All the land where the animals are, have trails, orchids, fish tanks, trees, etc. Recreational Areas: Waterfall, billiards, pin-pon, chess, etc. Research Area: There are books, brochures, magazines, photos, etc. that can be facilitated for research in addition to the flora and fauna of the place. Location Ecological Tzanka The refuge is located in the center of the city of Zamora, on José Luis Tamayo street, in front of the San Francisco school.Finally, the owner invited the Zamoranos to be part of a route and learn about the origin of each of the animals. Entry Cost: $2 Adults $1 kids
10.06 Km.
Malecon of Zamora
The Zamora boardwalk provides accessibility to all its inhabitants, it has optimal facilities for people with special abilities. This is where you can spend some time relaxing with your family watching the river that is next to it. You can be with your children enjoying the recreation area that is located right here in order to generate many memories on the Zamora boardwalk. Location Located on the banks of the Zamora River and is part of the urban perimeter
10.16 Km.
La poderosa Waterfall
This natural setting is located in the Podocarpus National Park. Well known by tourists who come to it daily to cool off, and because it is a protected area it has a great variety of flora and fauna causing a tourist delight for locals and strangers. Its height with respect to sea level is 1047 meters above sea level. In this waterfall, the tourist with skill and care, can bathe in its refreshing waters or white as foam from the stones that burst the cause and appease it in perhaps 10 meters in length, and four or five in width. In the water you can easily see the tilapias and their young, and with a little more luck the “torrontero duck”, in its spectacular swim against the current. Location The La Poderosa Waterfall is located at a distance of approximately 7 km from the city of Zamora. The mighty waterfall is located within the Poducarpus National Park. Activities: Observation and photography: The warm environment welcomes the walker, while observing the biodiversity. Between ascents and descents, singular details are discovered along the path, such as the nests of the momota birds (holes drilled in the slopes) or hundreds of orchid plants that cover the giant romerillo trees like a scarf.
14.12 Km.
Music Museum
The music museum was inaugurated on September 7, 2004. Its rooms contain the very history of our city, always known as the “cradle of art, letters and music”. The life of the most distinguished musicians and singer-songwriters is told through their works, instruments and belongings To teach present and future generations to love their roots and perpetuate such a precious art that was once cultivated in Loja, such as music. The Pío Jaramillo Alvarado Cultural Corporation, an organization made up of several Loja institutions, linked to the cultural activities of Loja, such as: National University of Loja, Bernardo Valdivieso School, House of Culture Nucleus of Loja, Loja Symphony Orchestra, Salvador Music Conservatory Bustamente Celi and the "Edgar Palacios" and "Nature and Culture" foundations have been working together since 2000, with the aim of achieving various objectives that allow strengthening and disseminating all the artistic and cultural manifestations of our artists. Address Located in the first courtyard of the old Colegio Bernardo Valdivieso on the street of the same name.
20.08 Km.
Loja Central Park
Religious, civic and political demonstrations are held here around it are the government buildings such as: Municipality, Government of the Province, Provincial Council, Episcopal House, Museum of the Central Bank of Ecuador Near the park there are banking and commercial institutions that are indicators of a progressive city. In the center of the park is one of the first monuments that was placed in our city, in honor of the benefactor of Loja education, Dr. Bernardo Valdivieso of the heroes. Address Located on the streets 10 de Agosto between Bernardo Valdivieso and Bolívar. Central Park Highlights Monument to Bernardo Valdivieso: Located in the central park of the city of Loja in honor of the great benefactor of Loja education, Bernardo Valdivieso, who was concerned about the education of children and youth, fought tenaciously in defense of the Parquereligiosos and moral principles. .
20.17 Km.
Botanical Garden of Loja
Interest : Nature Type : Botanic Garden Friendly to: children, families, seniors Relevant categories : Natural National Heritage - Municipal protected area Hours : Monday to Friday 07:30 - 12:30, 15:00 - 18:00. Saturdays and Sundays 13:00 - 18:00 The oldest botanical garden in Ecuador is in Loja. It is part of the campus of the National University of Loja. In an area of 7 hectares grow 1,385 species of native and exotic plants. It was founded in 1949 by the scientist and botanist Reinaldo Espinosa. It is located at the convergence of warm humid air currents from the Amazon and warm dry air currents from the Pacific. This privileged position produces a unique floral diversity in the province of Loja, which also gives shelter to related fauna. The distribution of the vegetation does not obey any order. A biological laboratory like no other in Ecuador. All the plants that develop in the Garden give origin to a mountainous microclimate, a refuge for birds such as sparrows, blackbirds, lapos, bakers and hummingbirds. Amphibious insects and reptiles are part of the fauna of the place. The trees provide shade for orchids and bromeliads, which give color and are a complement to the landscape. Some names of endemic flora are the Pumamaqui, Casa casa, Cascarilla and Payamo. Introduced species are the Ash, Olive, Gingo, Chestnut, Oak and Redwood. Strict rules for entering the Botanical Garden must be followed to preserve it. Pay the fixed entry fee. Pets are prohibited. The walk is exclusive on trails. No plant material may be taken out. Proper disposal of waste. Smoking is prohibited. It is located 5 km from Loja via Vilcabamba, at 2140 meters above sea level. Annual rainfall 900 mm. Average temperature 15.3°C. Relative humidity 60%. Dry low mountain forest. Registered with the International Organization for the Conservation of Botanical Gardens (BGCI). Source: Fundación Municipal Turismo para Cuenca
20.25 Km.