Excavate ruins of the Ancient City with Flights to Quito

Published: 02nd December 2011

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Quito, officially known as San Francisco de Quito is the capital city of Ecuador, a country located in South America. It is the first city in the world that was named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Quito is an ancient city built on Incan ruins. The city has a lot to offer. From some of the most enticing ancient monuments to some exciting adventures, from famous cuisines to thrilling festivals, the city has it all that makes holidays here worth reminiscing.

Ancient Wonders in the City

Quito is packed with ancient wonders. Book Cheap Flights to Quito and explore some of the glorious wonders of the ancient era. La Compañía de Jesús church is considered to be one of the best. The splendiferous 7 tonne gold leaf covering the ceiling is the highlight of the church. It is an unmatched spectacle. This magnificent, beautiful church is among the significant religious architectures left back by the Spanish.

Quito’s oldest church and monastery, the San Francisco Church lies at the corner of Plaza San Francisco. Since the founding of Quito this church has been in existence. The white washed walls, gold leaf ceiling, stained glass windows and the baroque carvings bring back to life Quito’s historical times. Many relics from Inca and aboriginal times have been unearthed here. Relive the ancient glorious eras with Flights to Quito.

Itchimbia Cultural Complex and Park lies on a hill. At 2,900 meters it offers the most spectacular and panoramic view of the Pichincha Volcano, various peaks and the historic city of Quito. The area is also rich in natural vegetation and boasts of 400 different assortments of flowers, 40 species of birds and a wetland.

Glimpse into the fascinating past of this enticing city with Flights to Quito. The Mirador El Panecillo is a statue which held immense religious significance during the pre-Inca, Inca and Spanish rule. The statue known as ‘Virgin of Quito’ is considered as a protector of the city. The Panecillo hill has held the value of a fortress and a lookout for defense purposes and made its presence felt in the Independence battle of Quito.

Exploring the Horizons

Quito is a great place to enjoy outdoor activities like walking and hiking. Mountain climbing is an interesting opportunity of exploring the Andes with a once in a lifetime opportunity of getting a close view of an active volcano. Explore the summits of Andes by booking Cheap Flights to Quito. Quito is also a bird watchers paradise. Some of the rare bird species in the world can be spotted here. Quito, nature's paradise has numerous natural reserves that house various species of land animals, aquatic animals, and birds. The wide range of animal species from the Amazon tropical forests can be seen in Ecuador. Various types of treatments like aromatherapy, mineral spa treatment, and thermal spa treatment can be enjoyed. There are a lot of options available depending upon moods, budget and choices. Ecuadorian cuisine is a brew of native tastes plus the influence of the Spanish flavours. Along with Ecuadorian and Latin American cuisine, there are Italian, American, Japanese cuisines offered in the various restaurants. With Quito Flights try out the various flavours offered in the city, embark on adventures, discover wildlife and rejuvenate yourself during holidays in Quito.