
QUITO CITY TOUR
"A trip through the history of the capital of Ecuador"
The best preserved colonial region of the Americas, the historic center of Quito offers stunning architecture built since the sixteenth century. It has places of volcanic material, great republican buildings, monasteries, convents, churches that adorn the Baroque and Gothic aesthetics and is home to museums filled with the representation of its history. The architecture embodies the history of the center, Quito, while conserving modern customs houses the daily lives of its inhabitants.
The rich architecture is present in churches and squares of the historic center. Quito is home to some of the most beautiful churches decorated with stunning baroque and Gothic details. Among the most popular, the church and Plaza de la Merced is a perfect example baroque and gothic aesthetic that encompasses the city, which is decorated with masterpieces by Bernardo de Legarda and Miguel de Santiago.
Other churches that embody the works of Bernardo de Legarda and Miguel de Santiago, and are full of historical heritage of Quito center are the Church of the Society of Jesus and the Church and Plaza de San Agustin.
The celebration of the history of Quito was born between the beautiful views from its streets. Recognized as the entrance to the historic center of Quito, Plaza de San Blas exposes the historical tradition of Quito, with modern architecture, with its vertical garden remodeled and jewelry. Many identify the Plaza Grande as the hub of the historic center. Home to many attractions such as the Cathedral, the Municipal Palace, the Presidential Palace and the Grand Square, which serves as a place full in history for the people of Quito and for visitors interested in seeing what surrounds the rich culture Quito.​





