“Vivir Ecuador” has published 5 main reasons to visit Ecuador. They gathered the most important facts and interests and put them together in this 5 reasons list. Why they did this? To explain tourists and interested people why Ecuador is in vogue. You didn’t know Ecuador is in vogue? Well let me tell you, it is!
If you check newspapers, travel magazines, travel blogs and other media outlets you will find this country is among the most acclaimed in 2014 (as I already mentioned in previously posts). Lets take a look in this 5 reasons list to know why.
1. Ecuador has been named the number 1 green destination of the year
Home of 33 natural reserves protected by the government as well as extensive tropical forests, Ecuador was declared the “2013 World Green Destination” during the twentieth World Travel Awards (one of the most important global tourism recognition).
2. Immense nature and cultural wealth
As I have mentioned before Ecuador is considered a mega-diverse country, and not only that, Ecuador is the world’s most bio diverse country per square mile! Home of:
- More than 1600 species of birds
- 4000 kind of orchids
- 325 species of reptiles
- 358 species of amphibians
- 4500 species of butterflies
- 250 species of mammals
- Galapagos and Sangay Natural Parks irreplaceable natural value
- Galapagos Marine Reserve
- 27 different ethnic groups
- Etc.
3. The Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands is home of endemic species. What “endemic” means? Means species that aren’t found anywhere else in the whole world! That’s why this islands are irreplaceable for the world wide fauna and flora. Because of these reasons the Galapagos and the Galapagos Marine Reserves were declared Natural World Heritage by the UNESCO. Also, as I have mention before, Charles Darwin developed his theory of evolution based on research he conducted in this amazing archipelago. The best way to travel to this islands is by Galapagos Cruises, which would allow everyone to meet what each island has to offer.
4. The new Latin American king of chocolate
Ecuador has gain its ranking as the number one Latin American country in cocoa production. And not only that! Also, because Ecuadorian cocoa is one of the finest and richest cocoas in the world, Ecuador is the world’s largest exporter of coca used for fine chocolate. Wouldn’t be delicious for travelers to sample some of the best chocolates in such a beautiful country?
5. Variety for any kind of Traveler
Ecuador, as well as the Galapagos Islands, offer activities for all kind of different travelers. There are, for example, multi-sport trips for those who like to challenge themselves into adventurous activities. Nevertheless for those who are more interesting in culture and learning, Ecuador has amazing museums which contains wonders for travelers to discover. On the other hand, exploring the avenue of volcanoes, the cloud forest and the deep oceans that compose our beautiful Ecuador, generate an inspiration to all travelers because of its beautiful landscapes and exotic animals.
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