Otavalo (city) - Wikipedia
WEBOtavalo, capital of Otavalo Canton, has a population largely made up of the Otavalo indigenous group. It is located in Imbabura Province of Ecuador. According to the 2022 census, the town had a population of 41,718 [1] and is situated at an elevation of 2,532 metres (8,307 ft). [2]
Otavalo travel - Lonely Planet | Ecuador, South America
WEBGet to the heart of Otavalo with one of our in-depth, award-winning guidebooks, covering maps, itineraries, and expert guidance. Explore Otavalo holidays and discover the best time and places to visit.
Otavalo Ecuador: The Ultimate Guide For Travellers
WEBSep 23, 2019 · By: Dariece Swift. June 16, 2019. Towering volcanos, pristine lakes, unique culture, fabulous waterfalls and welcoming locals — these are just a few of the many reasons to visit Otavalo Ecuador . Located just a 2 hour drive north of Quito, a visit to Otavalo is an easy day trip away.
22 Best Things To Do In Otavalo, Ecuador In 2022
WEBJul 23, 2022 · 1. The Otavalo Market at Plaza de Ponchos. Otavalo is best known for its textile industry. The local indigenous Otavaleños are expert clothing makers, see for yourself at the famous Plaza de Ponchos. This enormous town square is the site of the largest indigenous artisan market in South America.
Best Things to Do in Otavalo, Ecuador — LAIDBACK TRIP
WEBMar 13, 2023 · Otavalo is a famous market town in the north of Ecuador, sitting 2500 meters above sea level surrounded by lush green hills. We've created a travel guide on the best things to do in Otavalo, including the Saturday market, Laguna Cuicocha hike, and Peguche waterfall.
Otavalo: The land of Andean artistry - BBC
WEBJan 6, 2014 · Otavalo: The land of Andean artistry. 6 January 2014. By Andrew Bain,Features correspondent. Otavalo Ecuador. Ecuador’s Otavalo market is a place of history and tradition, where centuries-old...
Otavalo, Ecuador: Famous Market and Fiesta del Yamor - TripSavvy
WEBJun 3, 2019 · By. Bonnie Hamre. Updated on 06/03/19. John Elk III / Getty Images. If you're going to Ecuador, either alone or with a tour, one of your destinations is sure to be Otavalo. Your visit should include their world-famous market or if visiting in early September, the Fiesta del Yamor celebration.
Otavalo: Home of South America's Largest Market - Ecuador Hop
WEBThe small town of Otavalo in Ecuador has a surprise in store for visitors: This unassuming outpost in the Andes is home to the largest market in all of South America. Famous worldwide for the textiles and handmade artisanal products, there is enough here to lose yourself for hours amongst the small stalls.
Otavalo | Indigenous Market, Handicrafts & Textiles | Britannica
WEBOtavalo, town, north-central Ecuador, in the highlands of the Andes Mountains at an elevation of 8,441 feet (2,573 metres). The area was densely settled by the Otavalo Indians prior to its conquest by the Incas and became a Spanish-controlled settlement in …
What to Do in Otavalo, Ecuador – A Detailed Travel Guide
WEBSep 16, 2020 · 1. Visit Peguche Waterfall. Waterfalls! One of our favourite natural phenomenon. After sunsets perhaps. And beaches. Ok, so we like a lot of natural stuff. Anyway, Otavalo is home to a fantastic waterfall, about a forty-five minute walk from the town along the old railway tracks.
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