Exciting tailormade holidays to Ecuador & The Galapagos Islands

Saquisili Market

Considered the most important market in Ecuador by the country's economists and located next to Latacunga. It is quite a spectacle.

Saquisilí market located in 8 main plazas sells everything from food produce including, oranges, mandarin oranges, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, radishes, avocados, herbs, radishes, okra, red and yellow bananas it also sells meet produce such as pork, beef and mutton parts as well as screaming wild pigs that run around aimlessly in pens along with llamas, sheep and cattle although the latter is 1km from town. Saquisilí also has very lively Corpus Christi celebrations.

Other interesting things you will see are vendors selling maguey ropes, reed mats, shotguns to various herbal remedies. It is preferable to arrive around early to mid morning and make sure you bargain due to the intense competition while for the animal market it's best to arrive before 07:00. The local Indian attire consists of small black hats and red poncho garments.

The Galapagos Islands are a must. Let Imagine Latin America tailormake your holiday to Ecuador and Galapagos
A visit to the markets in the Otavalo area is a great way to meet the people of the area. Let Imagine Latin America include this is your itinerary.
Ecuador has some wonderful haciendas (grand farms) where you can stay as a treat. Call Jo for some more advice on 0207 622 1116
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