Tourist attractions in Ecuador
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The Cross Viewpoint
Located in the Carmen de Catamayo neighborhood, called Colina de La Cruz, whose structure was placed in the place 100 years ago, a work that was carried out by the Jesuit fathers as a symbol of faith. About 8 years ago the original cross was changed for the one that is currently, it has a height of 25 m. Around it is a pool of water and there is a kind of park surrounded by splendid trees that oxygenate and purify the environment. It is a strategic place where you can see all of Catamayo, its green pampas, its trees, the architectural design of its homes and the airport. Various activities Take photos of the Cross and the panorama. For children there are playgrounds (running tracks, swings, among others). State of conservation It is in good condition because the sectional authorities have been concerned about its care and conservation. Environment State It is in good condition, and currently on important dates such as the cantonization of Catamayo, artistic events are held, such as "Catamayo sings to Catamayo". Road and Access Infrastructure It can be accessed by the first order road and then it goes to the El Carmen neighborhood where the road is of the third order, access is easy.
3.46 Km.
Villonaco Andean Wind Farm
Villonaco Wind Farm started operations in the year 2013. It is located from north to south, on a 22 km line, at the top of the Villonaco hill, at 2,720 meters above sea level, 14 km from the center of the city of Loja, Ecuador. It has 11 wind turbines, 100 meters high each. They are visible to the naked eye from Loja. Since its inauguration, the power plant has become a tourist attraction. Villonaco means the one that warns that there is yellow water. Name composed of the Quichuas Quillu-Yaku words. An Andean belief points out that places where there are strong winds, also have the ability to announce the arrival of rain. "The hill is thundering," it is often said. The mountains are reservoirs of water and minerals. Origin of slopes. The Villonaco is a source of water for Loja and Catamayo. It divides the two valleys. In its area there are activities of energy production, tourism, recreation, culture, biological research, reforestation and livestock. The pilgrimage to the Virgen del Cisne passes through its roads and paths. It is a resting place for pilgrims. It has the Peña Negra where the hawk nests. Ecuador's national tree, the cinchona or cascarilla, grows here. Birdwatching is another activity that can be done. Since the middle of the XIX century there are references of the Villonaco, as a crossroads. From Loja to the west, there was a road that went through the Villonaco and Guaguaurco mountain ranges to El Cisne, then Yuñuc and Santa Rosa. The Villonaco Wind Farm reduces carbon dioxide emissions by 35,000 tons and consumption of 4.5 million gallons of diesel per year in Ecuador. It covers 25% of the electrical demand of the province of Loja. Since its construction, it is the first project of its kind in the country and the first in the world. The Villonaco's winds have a speed of 12.6 meters per second. It generates 507.36 GW per hour to the National Interconnected System. Each generator is of the type Goldwind 70/1500 of 1.5 MW, with an annual average speed of 12.7 m/s. The 11 generators are 2 km away from each other. The months with the strongest and most intense winds are July and August, although they are present in the Villonaco all year round. Loja, capital of the Province of Loja, is its largest and most populated city. It is crossed by the rivers Zamora, Malacatos and Jipiro, in the south of the Ecuadorian Inter-Andean Region, in the basin of the Zamora River, at 2,060 meters above sea level. Equatorial climate, 18 °C average. Called the "Musical and Cultural Capital of Ecuador" for its architecture, cultural diversity, contribution to the arts, sciences, music and literature.
10.13 Km.
Municipal Zoo 'Orillas del Zamora'
It was created in 2004 by the Municipality of Loja, where the need for a place of recreation and learning for children, adolescents and adults who want to know the variety of animals existing in our country was seen, thus giving rise to this beautiful natural paradise located in our city of Loja. The variety of animal species that the zoo has, whose purpose is to host animal species in danger of extinction, becoming the appropriate place to learn about the world's biodiversity, among a variety of animal species representative of the region and the country as Spectacled bears, tapir, ostriches, peccary, Galapagos tortoises, boas, llamas, ostriches, monkeys among others. Geographical data It is located to the north of the city in the “Orillas del Zamora” Linear Park, 3 kilometers from the city center. The cost of admission is: 50 cents Adults, 25 cents. Children and 10 cents. To uniformed children. Attention is from Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in uninterrupted hours.
13.63 Km.
Sanctuary of the Swan
The construction of the temple was in charge of the priest Ricardo Fernández, its ogival style was planned, with a gothic style and light blue, the excavation of the place and the construction of the bases. The temple is imposing in itself and its location on the top of a steep mountain and surrounded by modest traditional buildings gives it greater grandeur. Inside, an image of the Virgin Mary carved in cedar is venerated at the end of the 16th century by Don Diego de Robles. Its devotees exceed 5 million faithful a year, who gather in a procession that begins from the temple to the city of Loja where it ends with a Eucharistic celebration in the central cathedral of the city. All of Loja dedicates six months a year to pilgrimages, masses and festivals with music in honor of the Virgen del Cisne or better known as La Churonita. The pilgrimages begin on the first of May, for the month of Mary, with the session of the extended council of Loja in the Sanctuary. Mass schedule Monday to Friday: 06:00, 11:00 and 19:00. Saturday: 6:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Sundays: 6:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
14.00 Km.
Jipiro Recreational Park
The Jipiro Recreational Park Unit, which in the Avocado language means place of rest, is one of the main attractions of Loja. It is made up of more than 10 hectares and is also known as the Park of Cultural Universality. It is considered unique in the country due to its composition. One of its main characteristics are the nine ethno-cultural Trunks represented with replicas of the most outstanding architectural and cultural expressions of humanity. The 10 hectares that make up this park are surrounded by the Zamora and Jipiro rivers and have the “Monument to the Romerians”, made up of the Chaso from Loja with his wife, the chola from Cuenca and the Peruvian zambo with his fighting rooster. In the Jipiro Park you can see how human creativity takes advantage of the flora, fauna and architecture of various civilizations, to offer a welcoming nautical park with a lagoon, swans, ducks, a stage for events, boats, bars, restaurants, courts and spaces for camping. How to get? These Bus lines stop near Parque Recreacional Jipiro: L10, L2 and L7.
15.24 Km.
Museum at the Gate of the City of Loja
It is the Entrance Gate to the city, it represents part of the Coat of Arms of Loja, in which a medieval castle can be seen, through which the city center is accessed. Built in the years 1998–1999. It is said that it is a replica of the coat of arms of Loja. The entrance itself is made up of the Bolívar Bridge that passes over the Malacatos River, a castle and the sculptures of Don Quixote and his faithful companion, Sancho. The current entrance to the city of Loja is a creative reproduction of the original coat of arms and consecrates the hidalgo motto of its foundation: "FIDELIS LOXA LIBERIS". The beginning of a tourist route is the gateway to the city, a representation based on the Coat of Arms that it possesses, delivered by King Philip II of Spain in 1571, it symbolizes the Fortress City, from where the conquest expeditions to the Amazon departed. and to the El Dorado Region. The city gate is one of the most touristic places in the city, it is very beautiful and unique right there we can go see the paintings that are exhibited and even have a coffee for this cold Location It is located on Av. Gran Colombia.
15.45 Km.