Ecuador Quito – Travelogue 2
Quito is the oldest capital in South America and still retains much of its colonial cityscape. The city is laid out according to a rectangular scheme and has an extensive central plaza, many quiet parks and countless narrow, steep streets. The architecture of Quito mainly corresponds to the architectural style of the Spanish Baroque.
On the Panecillo lookout hill you have a good view over the city of Quito. The view extends far to the Andes and the surrounding volcanoes. The drive to the lookout hill is short and extremely worthwhile.
From up here, you can get a good impression of the structure and arrangement of the city. You can clearly see the rectangular scheme with which the city was planned. The Virgin of Quito is the symbol of the city and is located on the Panecillo lookout hill, where we are right now. In the small museum you can admire the typical costumes. In addition, local musical instruments and folkloric objects are on display.
Colorful murals can be found in many places in the city.
On the way back to the city of Quito, you can see many small craft businesses on the access roads, which are often run by only one person. Next to it is a small carpentry or furniture joinery.
