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Standing at 9,350 feet above sea level, with the scent of eucalyptus and wood smoke hanging in the thin mountain air, I felt my pulse quicken – partly from the altitude, partly from anticipation. Quito isn't just Ecuador's capital; it's...
There's something profoundly humbling about standing at 9,350 feet above sea level, breathing in air so crisp it feels like the first breath you've ever taken. Quito—a city literally closer to the stars—has remained Ecuador's hidden gem for the discerning...
Standing at 2,850 meters above sea level, Quito is not just Ecuador's capital—it's a high-altitude adventure that won't leave your wallet gasping for air. When I first visited this UNESCO World Heritage city last spring, I was immediately struck by...