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Ulivi Viewpoint

The viewpoint has a route for hiking and biking, promoted by peasants and indigenous people from the La Delicia, Pataín and Uliví neighborhoods, located on the provincial border between Tungurahua and Cotopaxi. From the so-called Uliví viewpoint you can see the wide pastures, farms and bareque homes with zinc roofs of the Panzaleo parish, located 3 kilometers from the center of the city. The tourist will also be able to observe the Cutuchí and Yanayacu rivers, the valleys, the Tungurahua volcano, the mountains of the Llanganates National Park, among other attractions. In this space, locals were located so that the inhabitants of the area sell typical food from the central Sierra.

3.12 Km.

Salcedo Main Park

Salcedo is a small town located in the heart of the Cotopaxi province, Ecuador. It is famous for its delicious and creamy fruit ice cream known as "helados de Salcedo". Ice cream is a traditional dessert in this region and can only be found locally. Every Sunday, Salcedo hosts a local market that offers traditional products such as ponchos, hats, and handmade items. Some of the attractions of Salcedo are the central park, it is an important city in agricultural and livestock production and popular for the preparation of fruit and pinol ice creams, in its Historic Center the Central Park is located, which has a Pile of Bronze and on one of its sides you can see the Main Church that highlights its twin towers and the Clock Tower bordered by an atrium in addition to the Municipal Palace.

6.40 Km.

Putzalahua Hill

Cerro Putzalahua, is conical in shape, constitutes a true viewpoint towards the city of Latacunga. Guardian of various hamlets, neighborhoods and parishes of Latacunga. Considered one of the most important in Cotopaxi. It contrasts with the extensive crops that exist in the surroundings of the hill and finally the typical vegetation cover of the moor. From the top of the peak, it is possible to see volcanoes such as: Cotopaxi, Tungurahua, Altar, Illinizas, Chimborazo and Carihuairazo. In addition, you can see the city of Latacunga, Salcedo, part of Pujilí and the Belisario Quevedo parish. Considered as a site for walks, recreational practices, interpretive talks, cycling and extreme sports such as motocross, bicycle cross and paragliding. Its name means in native language "hill of water". Location Cerro Putzalahua is located 15 kilometers from the city of Latacunga, in the Belisario Quevedo parish.

15.17 Km.

Ignacio Flores Nautical Park

The Ignacio Flores Nautical Park is also known as Alameda Park due to the abundance of Alamos that embellished the sector. It consists of a lagoon formed by a natural "Ojo de Agua", the traditional "Timbug Pugyu", it is par excellence the meeting, relaxation and recreation place for Latacungueños and visitors. The lagoon has an oval shape, approximately one hectare in length, a complex has been built in the center, to access this "islet" you cross an ornamental bridge of modern design made of concrete, at the moment it has been remodeled adding facilities such as a wooden platform for shows, children's games, outdoor exercise machines, library, children's play area, green spaces, signage, cycle paths around the 4 m wide cobbled park. Night lighting of the lagoon, ecological garbage dumps, sites of rest such as benches, tables, and a pedestrian path for those who enjoy walking; there are also cypress trees (Cupresus sp), white brush (Callistemon citrinus) and palms It has a service Boats, stage for shows, children's games and large green spaces. Location: The Laguna Ignacio Flores Nautical Park is located in the Miraflores sector in the cantonal capital of Latacunga.

18.27 Km.

Church of San Agustin in Latacunga

This building has been devastated by the harshness of several telluric events that hit the area. On the same site, today stands a magnificent building consisting of a single nave with a transept and two adjoining chapels, it has a dome with artistic characteristics, similar to the dome of St. Peter's in Rome, and next to it stands the convent space . Inside you can see a collection of works of art related to the religious life of the Augustinian Order. Location The Church of San Agustín is located between the streets Hnas. Paez and Quito. Highlights of Iglesia de San Agustín Inside the temple we find the main altar with the replica of the Virgen del Quinche (on the left side) and Saint Augustine, Patron Saint of the Sanctuary, on the right side. The altar is built of wood and gold leaf. The west transept contains the sculpture of the Lord of the Forsaken, in a structure of 6 pillars, Doric, with a vaulted upper stained glass window. The transept contains the sculpture of Jesus "The Lord of Good Hope", with a structure of 6 pillars of Doric art with circumferential vaulting and a stained glass window of various colors.

18.56 Km.

Isidro Ayora School Museum

The Museum of the Isidro Ayora School is the result of the philanthropic work of outstanding Latacungueños, among whom the Master Rodrigo Campaña Escobar stands out. It houses one of the most important archaeological collections of the Panzaleo aboriginal culture - made up of nearly 2000 pieces - which include: domestic utensils, body adornments and more; Important samples of Andean folklore, botanical and faunal species of the country and an important numismatic sample are added to this collection. Schedule: From Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Address: San Francisco neighborhood. Quijano and Ordoñez Streets (corner) and Tarqui, city of Latacunga contacts Telephone(s): (03) 280 1401 Director and/or Responsible Nelson Espín Cell.: 099 587 7217 E-mail: isidroayora.35@gmail.com

18.67 Km.