Saturday, August 18, 2012

Finally made it to the Old City and took some Pics to share

We had a great tour of the old city today, pretty amazing place.  I love that Quito was declared the first UNESCO World Heritage Site along with Krakow, Poland in 1978 (the city I studied abroad in during college). We took some pics below, but I don't feel like these really convey how beautiful and cool this part of the city is.  We live in the more modern north section about a 20 minute car ride from here.
 
 
These pictures are of the Basilica, a massive colonial church built over the last century. 
It holds 10,000 people inside!  
The architect wanted to infuse some local Ecuador flavor, so instead of gargoyles on the facade, you can see native animals like turtles and iguanas (I tried to capture some, not sure if they come through).  
 
Cool streets. VERY STEEP

 
Shots from the Grande Plaza and posing with the Presidential Palace Guard.
More random shots from the old city. Leave it to Spencer to find a cute puppy to chat up.
Finally, a view looking north over the city from the perch of the winged Virgin Mary.  

A random shot from a hike this afternoon.  The more I discover in this park, the better it gets!
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5 comments:

  1. UnknownAugust 18, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    It is so beautiful there! I'm glad you guys are enjoying yourselves!

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  2. UnknownAugust 19, 2012 at 5:30 AM

    Churches kook really neat. What to they look like on the inside? :)
    You both look great. Looks like fun.

    Dad

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  3. AshleyAugust 19, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    Just back from the technologically deficient wilderness of Canada and it's SO great to be updated on your adventures!! You guys all look amazing. Can't wait to see pictures of the abode. Old town looks like a trip, for sure, and I have no doubt it's already been such a wonderful ride. Keep up the blogging! Miss you all!

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  4. KateNAugust 22, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    I think you may have found yourself a new career - tourism promoter. Keep these pics coming and you find yourself with a new neighbor, or a visitor at the very least! Looks amazing! And, FYI, I think THIS will be the first blog I have ever succeeded to find, read, and follow! Take care of your knee!!

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