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Imbabura, one of the most beautiful provinces of Ecuador. It is located in the north of the country, about 68 km (42 miles) driving from Quito. Imbabura, also known as the "Province of the Lakes" because it is surrounded by lakes and lagoons, as well as beautiful waterfalls. Among the most visited are the lagoons of San Pablo (Otavalo), Yahuarcocha (Ibarra), Cuicocha (Cotacachi) and the Lagunas de Mojanda (Otavalo). Ibarra is the capital of the Imbabura Province, and is the most populated city in this region. Otavalo is the second most populous city with a lot of tradition, known worldwide for its history, its people and its culture, also called "Intercultural Capital of Ecuador"

Ibarra

Also known as San Miguel de Ibarra, located north of the inter-Andean region of Ecuador, in a valley crossed on the east by the Tahuando River, southeast of the Yahuarcocha lagoon. Ibarra is located at an altitude of 2,215 meters above sea level. n. m. and with a temperate dry high altitude climate, with an average of 18°C. Also known as the white city due to its white facades with which it was rebuilt after the great earthquake of 1868. The city of Ibarra has beautiful places that attract both local and foreign tourists given its colonial history, its Spanish past, and its scenic riches.

Cuicocha Lagoon

It is located in the Western Cordillera of the Ecuadorian Andes, 10 km east of the city of Cotacachi. It is a lagoon located 120 km north of Quito, at an altitude of 3,068 meters above sea level. This lagoon located inside the deep crater of an extinct volcano has an extension of 3 km in diameter. Its dark blue waters welcome two islets separated by the "Channel of Dreams" at their apex. The first islet is called Teodoro Wolf, it has an area of ​​410 square meters and the second is called Jose Maria Yerovi with an area of ​​260 square meters. The most popular activities in the Cuicocha lagoon are hiking and boating. Several trails can be followed in the area, including the path that surrounds the Cuicocha lagoon. The hike is light and can be completed in 4 hours.

Yahuarcocha Lagoon

The Yahuarcocha lagoon which in Spanish means "Lake of Blood". It was declared the third sacred lagoon in Ecuador by the National Institute of Cultural Heritage. This lagoon is located 4km from Ibarra, on the eastern outskirts of the city and keeps one of the most tragic events in the aboriginal history of Ecuador, here one of the bloodiest battles was fought that ended with the indigenous massacre for power Inca where Huayna Cápac triumph. The International racetrack of Yahuarcocha José Tobar Tobar, is an automobile track in Ecuador, located on the banks of the Yahuarcocha lagoon, the only circuit in the country and now a permanent venue, it has been the center of racing action since his early days. It is a place to relax and enjoy the scenery, here you can find food and fun, it is one of the main tourist areas of Ibarra.

Peguche Waterfall

It is located in the community of Faccha Llacta, 1.5 km from the community of Peguche and 3.3 km from the city of Otavalo. This Peguche waterfall is a beautiful tourist place visited by thousands of national and foreign tourists. The place has easy access and you can enjoy some very interesting places before arriving, among these are: the fertility tree, the musical stone, a beautiful stream, viewpoints such as the rainbow viewpoint, from where with luck you can admire a Rainbow, there is a small museum with a cave. It has well-defined trails, and you can also find a second 6 meter high waterfall at the top. An easily accessible place by bicycle, it can be reached from the San Pablo Lake area. All bike paths and trails can be used by cyclists of any experience level.

Otavalo

Also known as "San Luis de Otavalo", it is an indigenous city that is located south of Ibarra and about 91 km north of Quito. Known for its textile and commercial skills, Otavalo has become the largest indigenous craft market in South America. Otavalo is one of the most visited cities in Ecuador, one of the main focuses of tourism is its natural and intercultural beauty. The Otavaleños make known both their artisan and cultural skills, with a craft fair that has a worldwide reception. Here it is offered from ponchos and wool rugs to Panama hats. There are crafts from almost all regions of Ecuador.