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Población: 48,958,159
Moneda: Euros

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Espana es located en Europe

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Flamenco is Spain's national dance. Flamenco is a passionate dance hailing form the Gypsies. It's also a lively dance, danced in two's.

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Población: 11.48 million
Moneda: US Dollar

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Población: 44,293,293
Moneda: Peso

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Población: 11.05 Million
Moneda: Bolivian boliviano

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Poblacion: 18,05 million
Moneda: Chilean peso

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Argentina es located en South America

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Población: 10.77 million
Moneda: Dominican peso

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Tango is Argentina's national dance. Argentine tango dancers stay in the same spot of a longer period of time. The tango dance follows a melody of music. There are even different types of steps such as calesitas, planeos, barridas.

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The national dish of Argentina is asados. Asados is a variety of barbecued meat girlled that is filled with steaks, ribs and anything else that is preferred taste

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Población: 4.9 million
Moneda: Costa Rican colón

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Just like in the United States, they have New Year's Day. In Argentina New Year's Day is on January 1st. Some grand parties are organized in clubs, or hotels. Just like the the United States the people of Argentina wait until the clock turns doce. As soon as it turns doce, people cantar, bilair, y celebrate.

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Soybean Meal, Corn, Soybeans

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Perito Monreno Glacier is one tourist attraction in Argentina. It is a beautiful mass of ice that is 121 sq mile and is still growing today. https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/perito-moreno-glacier

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Bolivia es located en South America

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Tobas is Bolivia's national dance Bolivia.

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Salteña is Bolivia´s national food. Salteña are a bake empanda. They are filled with beef, pork, or chicken in a sweet but spicy sauce.

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All Souls Dia, dos noviembre

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Natural gas, Iorn ore, petroleum,

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Lake Titicaca is one of Bolivia tourist attraction. Lake Titicaca is believed to be the birthplace of their empire.

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Chile es located en South America

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Cueca is Chile´s Baile Nacional

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Pastel de Choclo is one of Chile´s comida nacional. It is a corn casserole with meat stuffing.

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Assumption Day, Miércoles, el quince de Augosto

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Copper, fish, fruit, paper

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Cape horn is one of Chile´s most popular turismo. It is a rocky headland on Hornos Island. It is surrounded by seas.

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Paella de Marisco is one of Spain´s National foods.

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Day of Ceuta, Sunday September 1st

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Machinery, motor vehicles, medicines

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Palacio Real (The Royal Palace).

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Pablacion: 49.07 million
Moneda: Colombian peso

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Colombia es located en South America

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The cumbia is one national dance of Colombia

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Bandeja paisa is one of Colombia's comida nacional. It is traditional bandeja paisa that include beans, rice, ground beef, and a fired egg on top, with a fired pork belly.

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In Colombia they don't have just one fiesta nacional. On Friday, April 19th they have Good Friday.

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Oil, gold, nickle, coal

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Valle de Cocora is the spot to go to see beautiful trees and stunning environment.

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Costa Rica es located en North America

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Like Colombia The Cumbia is Costa Rica's balie nacional

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One traditional dish in Costa Rica is gallo pinto, which means ¨spotted rooster¨. It contains rice, beans stir-fried together. It is usually served at breakfast with eggs.

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On Wednesday, April 11th Colombians celebrate a holiday called Juan Santamaría Day. Costa Rica lacks army, so they don´t have very many war heroes. The most famous one was Juan Santamaría. They hold this holiday to honor his passing.

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Bananas, pineapples, fruits, coffee, sugar, and rice

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Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the top attractions in the park. In 1500 AD a huge eruption on July 29th, 1968, killed 82 people. It now has regular activity and deepening on the day visitors can see anything from a ash cloud to red lava flowing.

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Cuba es located en North America

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Salsa dancing is a balie nacional in Cuba.

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On January 2nd they celebrate Victory Day https://publicholidays.la/cuba/victory-day/

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Ropa Vieja, it is shredded meat in a tomato sauce.

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Sugar, tobacco, citrus, coffee, rice, potatoes, beans, and livestock

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Old Havana
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República Dominicana es located en North America

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Merengue

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Juan Pablo Duarte Day: They celebrate this holiday in late January in honor of Juan Pablo Duarte, who was one of the biggest fighters in República Domincana.

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White rice is one of the most common food ate in República Domincana, but the La Bandera is considered their national dish.

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gold, silver, cocoa, sugar, coffee, tobacco, meats, and consumer goods

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Santo Domingo is the most historical city in the República Dominicana. You can visit the worlds oldest cathedral, and the Museum of the Royal Houses.

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Población: 16.62 million
Moneda: United States dollar

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Ecuador's economy is highly dependent on agriculture. Remittance from abroad has also played a key role in the development of the banking sector in Ecuador. Ecuador's banking sector has a long history that dates back to the dissolution of the Gran Colombia. The economy of Ecuador was not monetized during the dissolution although gold and silver coins were in circulation. The coins were brought into common use by the successive currency laws. Although the US dollar is currently the official currency of Ecuador, several other currencies have been used in the country since 1822 to date.

History of the Ecuadorian Currency

Ecuador together with Venezuela and Colombia were part of the Gran Colombia, a landmass whose people united to break away from the Spanish rule. From 1822-1830, the currency used in the area was Gran Colombia. Ecuador broke away from the Gran Colombia in 1830 and became the Republic of Ecuador. It adopted peso as its currency. Between 1843 and 1845, counterfeit coins were highly circulated in the country leading to the minting of Peso Fuerte coins. The coins were meant to rival the high standard coins abroad. In 1856, Franco was put into circulation alongside the Ecuadorian peso. However, an earthquake caused damage to Quito mint leading to low production and circulation of Franco. As a result, the peso was returned in large quantities in 1871. The Ecuadorian peso was quickly devalued and replaced by the less valuable coins from Chile and Bolivia.

Ecuadorian Sucre

Ecuadorian Sucre was adopted in 1884 and was in use until 2000. Over the course of its over 100 years of circulation, it switched between silver standard, a gold standard, unconvertible paper, gold exchange standard, and a fixed rate in comparison to the US dollar in 1932. It maintained an exchange rate with the dollar up to 1983 when it depreciated to 42 per dollar. A crawling peg was adopted to caution Sucre from free fall. However, the devaluation of Sucre gained momentum and by 1995 the free rate market almost hit 3000 per dollar. Its exchange value dropped significantly in 1999 resulting in an exchange rate of 25,000 Sucre for one dollar. Sucre was minted in coins and banknotes in a wide range of denominations and had various features including portraits of celebrities.

Dollarization of Ecuador

Following the depreciation of Sucre and the turmoil that was caused by its devaluation, President Mahuad announced the adoption of US dollar as the official currency of Ecuador. Subsequently, the US dollar became an official currency of Ecuador on March 12, 2000. Sucre notes were faced out on September 11, 2000, but remained exchangeable until March 2001 at one dollar for 25,000 Sucres. However, coins continued to be issued in the local currency. Ecuador does not print paper money but relies on the US mints. Ecuador continues to mint Sucre coins. Both the cents and centavos are of the same size and value and come in the denominations of 1, 5, 10, 25, and 50. The US dollar has brought a sort of stability to the currency of Ecuador. However, Ecuadorians blame the dollar for the high cost of living

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Ecuador es located en South America

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All Saints' Day and All Soul's Day. Ecuadorians visits the graves of loved ones with offerings of baked goods. It is celebrated November 1st.

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Hundreds of white crosses crowd together at Calderón cemetery, just outside of Quito, Ecuador. Some are garlanded with rings of purple paper flowers and shiny aluminum leaves. Graves are adorned with elegant bouquets of roses and alstroemeria - known as lily of the Incas.

A solemn spirit fills the crisp air, as wizened women in full wool skirts and head scarves sit by the graves and unwrap their parcels, revealing potatoes boiled with chickpeas, fried pork, fresh fruit and plump bread figures, known as guaguas de pan.

On November 2nd, known in Ecuador as Día de los Difuntos (Day of the Deceased), friends and family come to remember their loved ones, bringing meals to share with those on their journey to the next life.

While the traditions of Mexico - where the holiday is referred to as Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) - tend to be better known in the U.S., the day is observed widely through Latin America, with customs as diverse as the people.

Anthropologists say that the ritual of communing with the dead dates back thousands of years.

When Spanish colonialists arrived in Latin America in the 16th century, the native death rituals were incorporated into observations of All Hallows' Eve, All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day, which occur back to back on the Roman Catholic calendar.

In Ecuador today, All Saints Day ( Día de Todos los Santos) is celebrated on Nov. 1, and is a smaller holiday focusing on children who have passed away. All Hallows Eve, on Oct. 31, is not observed religiously, although American-style Halloween celebrations have started to gain in popularity in recent years. Día de los Difuntos is the most celebrated, as it honors all who have died.

Seven percent of Ecuador's 14 million inhabitants identify as indigenous, the vast majority of whom are Kichwa (Quechua). For them, death does not mark an end, but a transition to another life in which the dead and the living share in eating, drinking, talking and praying on this day.

Part of Ecuador's tradition includes guaguas de pan (bread babies), in which sweet bread dough is shaped into plump babies dressed with piped icing or bits of colored dough. Baskets of guaguas are for sale at the entrance to the cemetery, but many visitors bring their own, with extras to leave on tombstones.

Some say guaguas represent the deceased, and eating them is a way of remembering. Some believe they were created to replace the Indian tradition of mummification. Others think that the form of the baby is based on the indigenous belief that when a person dies, he or she regains the innocence of an infant.

Colada morada, a thick dark purple beverage served piping hot, is the traditional accompaniment to guaguas de pan. Colada means strained, referring to the fruit that has been strained out, and morada means purple, the color the drink has taken from the fruit. It is made with blue or black corn flour, Andean blackberries, pineapple rinds, and exotic fruits: tiny sour blueberries called mortiños, a citrusy native fruit called naranjilla, and babaco, a cousin of the papaya. The fruits are brewed in a pot with herbs and spices.

G uaguas de pan and colada morada are as much a part of this holiday for Ecuadorians as turkey at Thanksgiving is for Americans.

Every bakery in Quito seems to have its own version of guaguas and colada in the weeks leading up to Día de los Difuntos, and I made it my mission to taste as many as possible. Sweet, dry, fruity, pungent - the subtle variations are endless. It's impossible to pick a favorite.

On the Day of the Deceased, I head to the cemetery in the early morning, where vendors already line the streets selling ice cream, candy apples and tostados (homemade corn nuts). They also peddle sunhats, flowers and grave decorations. There's even a makeshift amusement park with a rickety Ferris wheel set up for children.

As the first visitors arrive, bearing food and flowers, I thread my way between tightly packed graves and stone crosses, trying to be unobtrusive as I watch the day-long vigil begin to unfold. The first of three Masses is conducted for an attentive audience. Matriarchs, joined by children and grandchildren, seem to be in charge of the celebration. By the time I leave an hour later, there are a few hundred visitors, with many more on the way.

I stop by another of Quito's cemeteries on my way home. Modern and orderly, thousands of small white headstones lay in neat rows, encircled by abundant green grass and an expansive view of the city and the Pichincha volcano. Well-heeled Quiteños bring flowers, and entrepreneurs wield small brushes offer to dust off headstones in exchange for a small tip.

Memories of Ecuador are now a part of my own family's past. We lived there for three years, and my daughter was born there.

One November, while living in Honduras, I gather with two Ecuadorian friends to make our own guaguas de pan and colada morada. While many modern Ecuadorians purchase these foods, families still gather together to make the traditional fare at home. One friend offers her family recipe for the bread, and together with our children we form babies and animals, with bits of colorfully dyed bread stuck on for eyes and mouths. We add water and fresh fruit to a pot with a colada morada mix that my friend brought from Ecuador.

My friends instruct me to dip the guagua headfirst into the colada morada and bite off the head, symbolically getting rid of bad thoughts.

Even with lumpy babies and instant beverage, we love our guaguas and colada just the same. In preparing them, we brush the dust off the gravestones of our memories, while at the same time creating new ones.

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Llapingachos: It is usually eaten as a snack or side dish.

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Written by Bryan Dearsley
Updated Sep 24, 2021

More than making up for its small size with an array of Indigenous cultures, colonial architecture, scenic landscapes, and dense rainforests, Ecuador is one of the most fascinating nations in South America. Bordered by Colombia, Peru, and the Pacific Ocean on the continent's west coast-and no larger than most US states-this beautiful country of nearly 18 million people attracts tourists from across the globe for a myriad of reasons.

For outdoor sports enthusiasts, there are endless climbing and trekking adventures to partake in. For nature lovers, it's Ecuador's lush, ecologically important forests that are the big draw, while wildlife watchers will also gravitate to its famous Galápagos Islands. And for sun seekers? Ecuador's pristine tropical beaches are widely considered to be among the best and least spoiled in the world.

Once a part of both the Inca and, later, the Spanish Empires, Ecuador still displays many influences from both groups. These lasting influences are perhaps nowhere more notable than in the rich culture of its people, and the splendid colonial architecture of the capital city of Quito, much of which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

To learn more about this lovely South American country, be sure to read through this list of the best attractions and top things to do in Ecuador.

1. The Galápagos Islands

Bartolome Island, Galápagos

Since their "discovery" in the 16th century, the Galápagos Islands have intrigued and inspired visitors from around the globe. Named for the giant tortoises on the islands, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to a unique ecosystem that largely evolved without outside influences (mainland Ecuador lies some 1,000 kilometers to the east). Consequently, a visit to this unspoiled region offers an exceptional opportunity for wildlife viewing. Here, you can see a variety of rare creatures both on land and in the surrounding seas.

The Galápagos Islands remain one of the most active volcanic regions in the world, and the formation of the islands is still in progress. Most of the 13 large islands, six smaller islands, and 42 islets that make up the Galápagos were declared part of the Galápagos National Park in the 1950s.

Not surprisingly, visiting this fragile ecosystem can only be undertaken as part of a guided tour to designated visitor sites. There are, however, one or two areas visitors can go without a guide, including some areas popular with scuba divers.

The main attraction here are the region's many rare bird species, of which 28 are unique to the islands. These include the Galápagos penguin, flightless cormorant, and waved albatross, along with the 13 species of Darwin's famous finches.

Hot Tip: If you're fortunate enough to make it to the Galápagos Islands, be sure to book a behind-the-scenes visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station, located in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. Tours of this important research facility can be made in advance of your arrival and are certainly worth it.

Official site: www.galapagos.org/about_us/about-us/

Galapagos Islands Map (Historical)

2. Quito: Ecuador's Historic Andean Capital

Quito: Ecuador's Historic Andean Capital

Set high in the Andes, Quito, the capital of Ecuador, is filled with well-preserved examples of colonial architecture and is the largest historic center in South America. Preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its many old churches, beautiful public squares, and world-class museums, this city of 1.6 million people has long been a favorite with artisans and is a great place to shop for local art and crafts, from ceramics and wood carvings to colorful clothing.

The most famous attraction in Quito's historic center is the San Francisco Church on the Plaza San Francisco. Dating back to the first half of the 1500s, the church's white-washed twin towers flank each side of the entrance to this massive complex. It's notable for its splendid Baroque interior and the Convent Museum of San Francisco with its religious paintings, sculptures, carvings, porcelain, textiles, and handcrafted furniture.

Other beautiful churches to visit include La Compania de Jesus Church. Constructed in the early 17th century, it's listed by UNESCO as one of the top 100 most important buildings in the world. Equally attractive is Quito's cathedral, Basílica del Voto Nacional, which was constructed in the 1560s.

One of the top things to do in Quito is to explore Plaza Grande. This beautiful square is surrounded by many important points of interest, including the cathedral, the Presidential Palace, and the Archbishop's Palace. It's also where you'll find the Municipal Palace, as well as Calle La Ronda, a buzzing street lined with restaurants, cafés, art galleries, and other entertainment.

3. Cuenca

Cuenca

The beautiful city of Cuenca-officially known as Santa Ana de los cuatro ríos de Cuenca-is located in southern Ecuador. Home to some 660,000 souls, this picturesque city is a delightful place to visit and explore on foot. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city brims with splendid colonial influences and architectural treasures spanning 400 years and encompassing both Spanish and Indian elements.

The historic city center is also where many of Cuenca's key attractions lie, one of the most important being the Old Cathedral of Cuenca (Iglesia del Sagrario). Built in 1567 from stones taken from nearby Inca buildings, highlights include its old organ from 1739, its tower clock from 1751, and the Museum for Religious Art.

Also worth a visit is the massive New Cathedral of Cuenca. Built in the 1960s, it's hard to miss for its three beautiful blue-tiled domes. The Church of San Sebastian with its mix of Gothic and Neoclassical elements is also worth seeing.

As you wander Cuenca's pleasant narrow streets, be sure to spend some time exploring the many squares and parks. The best of these include Calderon Park in the heart of the old town; Plaza San Blas Square, dominated by the Church of San Blas; and Plaza de San Francisco, with its merchants selling textiles and other goods.

4. Cotopaxi and Cajas National Parks

Cotopaxi and Cajas National Parks

Two of Ecuador's most popular national parks, Cotopaxi (and Cajas, are within easy driving distances from the cities of Cuenca and Quito and make wonderful day trips. Of the two, Cotopaxi National Park (Parque Nacional Cotopaxi), just 50 kilometers south of Quito, is perhaps the best known.

Highlights of a visit include the opportunity to see its many volcanoes up close. The most remarkable of these is the massive (and still active), Cotopaxi volcano. With its last eruption as recent as 2015, this massive volcano, along with the smaller Rumiñawi and Sincholagua volcanoes, dominates the area's stunning scenery.

About 30 kilometers from Cuenca in Ecuador's stunning highlands, Cajas National Park (Parque Nacional Cajas) offers a very different experience due to its numerous hills and valleys, making it a perfect place to hike and bike. It's also a delight for water sports enthusiasts, particularly kayakers and canoeists, thanks to its more than 270 lagoons and glacier-fed lakes.

Finally, Podocarpus National Park, often referred to as the "Botanical Garden of America," offers a diverse range of flora and fauna. Located in the southeast part of the country, its humid mountain forests are home to more than 4,000 species of plants and trees. Some of these specimens are as tall as 40 meters, including the famous cinchona, Ecuador's national tree.

Official site: https://national-parks.org/ecuador/cotopaxi

5. The Boardwalk of Guayaquil

The Boardwalks of Guayaquil

Ecuador's largest city in terms of population (2.7 million), the Pacific port of Guayaquil is well known as the gateway to the Galápagos Islands. In addition to its many historic sites, Guayaquil boasts great shopping and entertainment venues in its many picturesque squares and plazas, as well as along its splendid waterfront.

The highlight for those who enjoy exploring on foot is the magnificent Malecón 2000, a two-and-a-half-kilometer-long boardwalk adjacent to the Guayas River. Undoubtedly one of the world's most memorable promenades, this remarkable urban renewal project winds along the river's west shore past many of the city's best attractions.

Along the way, you'll see numerous important historical sites, gardens, museums, and entertainment venues. For a real treat, take a tour boat on an evening trip up the river, when the city is lit up to beautiful effect.

Other highlights include the splendid Guayaquil Metropolitan Cathedral and Museo Antropológico y de Arte Contemporaneo. The latter is worth seeing for its fascinating displays and collections focusing on the country's rich culture and history.

6. La Nariz del Diablo: The Devil's Nose

La Nariz del Diablo: The Devil's Nose

A visit to the stunningly beautiful La Nariz del Diablo ("The Devil's Nose") should be on everyone's bucket list. Whether you're a train enthusiast or not, this spectacular part of the Andes mountains near the town of Alausí is best seen aboard one of the country's superbly restored railways.

Part of a network that stretches across the country to some of its most scenic locations, the 12-kilometer return trip to Nariz del Diablo is undoubtedly one of the most popular. Highlights include a fantastic sightseeing trip aboard a train that zigzags through a number of switchbacks as it climbs the near vertical sides of the mountain to the viewing station at its top.

Along the way, you'll have the chance to experience the rich culture of the Andes. Highlights include a visit to the Puñuna Condor Museum with its exhibits and displays relating to the area's Indigenous people.

7. The Hot Springs of Baños

The Hot Springs of Baños

Thanks to its lovely surroundings and numerous hot springs, the small town of Baños de Agua Santa is a popular tourist destination within central Ecuador. Located at the western edge of the Amazon basin, Baños is nestled among dense jungle-like forests and offers numerous recreational opportunities including hiking and mountain biking.

But the big draw are its mineral-rich hot springs and many waterfalls. Some of the best of these beautiful waterfalls are easily accessible from the town via a series of trails incorporating rope bridges with incredible views over the falls and their deep pools.

Adventure sports such as whitewater rafting and kayaking are also popular here. More sedate things to do include visiting landmarks such as the Virgen de Agua Santa church with its famous statue of Mary (it's claimed she appeared at one of the town's waterfalls).

Other things to do in Baños de Agua Santa include shopping for local goods. Some of the most popular Ecuador souvenirs found here include the colorful carved balsa parrots. Be sure to also sample the town's famous "melcocha," a type of candy made from cane sugar.

8. Otavalo Market

Otavalo Market

In a pleasant valley surrounded by mountains lies the picturesque town of Otavalo. The town's big draw is its excellent market, one of the largest in South America, where locals and tourists alike come to buy colorful locally made rugs and blankets, sweaters, bags, and other wool products made by the Indigenous Otavaleños people.

Other notable items are the unique tagua nut jewelry, leather goods, Indigenous costumes, as well as many interesting food items. Of these, some of the most interesting are the locally produced spices.

If visiting in June, be sure to check out the famous Inti Raymi (Festival of the Sun) music festival featuring numerous local musicians with their distinctive instruments and sounds.

9. Exploring the Amazon's Upper Reaches in Tena

A group on a canyoning trip in Llanganates National Park near Tena

Another excellent place to visit from which to experience some of the vast Amazon basin is the city of Tena, capital of the province of Napo. Famous as Ecuador's cinnamon capital, Tena was established by missionaries not long after the Spanish arrived in South America and is an increasingly popular destination for travelers due to its many opportunities for adventure.

Highlights here are jungle excursions into the Amazon, along with river journeys, including whitewater rafting, and canoeing. Kayaking down the Tena, Misahualli, and Napo Rivers, the latter of which flows directly into the Amazon, are also popular adventures here.

For those who enjoy their river action a little smoother, Tena also boasts a superb pedestrian bridge and tower high above the Tena River offering great views of the city.

10. The Beaches of Salinas, Bahía, and Montañita

The beaches of Salinas, Bahía, and Montañita

While best known for its ecotourism and adventure travel opportunities, Ecuador also boasts a number of beautiful beaches worth visiting. Whether for a short break from sightseeing or as a base for a longer sun, sand, and sea vacation, you'll be spoiled for choice.

One of the most popular areas due to its many beach resorts is the coastal city of Salinas, located a little west of Guayaquil and boasting a consistently warm climate year-round.

Also popular is the Pacific coastal city of Bahía de Caráquez. Situated on a pretty peninsula jutting out into the ocean, Bahía attracts many tourists with its fine beaches, numerous hotels, and lively entertainment scene.

Another popular area, particularly among younger travelers and surfers, is Montañita in the south coastal region of the country (for families, head a little farther south to the quieter beaches of the fishing village of Ayangue).

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Población: 6.378 million
Moneda: United States Dollar

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El Salvador es located en North America

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Xuc

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Fiesta de San Salvador is Monday, August 6th.

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Pupusas- hand-made corn tortillas stuffed with different fillings.

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Coffee, sugar, shrimp, petroleum

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Suchitoto

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Población: 1.268 million
Moneda: Cnetral African CFA franc

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Población: 16.91 million
Moneda: Guatemalan quetzal

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Danza de los monos- which means dance of the Monkeys

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DANZA DE LOS MICOS DANZA POPULAR DE GUATEMALA

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Kak'ik may be a common National dish is Guatemala

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Semana Santa/ Holy week: it usually falls between arch or April

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sugar, coffee, petroleum, apparel, bananas, fruits and vegetables

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Whale watching: from November to April it is very possible to see humpback wales a few minutes from the Pacific beach.

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Población: 9.265 million
Moneda: Honduran lempira

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Honduras is the second largest country in Central America and for some reason one of the least popular among travelers. That's mostly because of all of the information out there about it being a dangerous country. However, as it happens in the rest of Central America, crime doesn't affect travelers for the most part. You will probably find pickpockets and people trying to scam you but every country is like that.

Some of its best attractions are located in Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula, La Ceiba, Copán and the Bay Islands. Some of the best activities you can take part in are exploring Mayan Ruins, hiking along the National Parks, snorkeling in the Caribbean Sea and relaxing in some paradisiac (and not crowded) beach.

I have been to it with my family a couple of times and loved it every time. Here is some useful information about its currency and costs of traveling in Honduras.

Money in Honduras

The Honduran Currency is called Lempira (HNL): One unit of Honduran currency is called the lempira. The Honduras Lempira is divided into 100 cents. Its symbol is an L.

- The bills come in eight different amounts: L1 (red), L2 (purple), L5 (dark gray), L10 (brown), L20 (green), L50 (blue), L100 (yellow), L500 (magenta).

- You will also find coins that are worth: L0.01, L0.02, L0.05, L0.10, L0.20, L0.50

Exchange Rate

The exchange rate of the Honduran Lempira to the US dollar is approximately L23.5 to one USD, which means one Lempira is worth around USD 4 cents.

For exact exchange rates, for the day you are reading this article visit Yahoo! Finance.

Historic Facts

The Honduras Lempira is named after a 16th-century ruler of the indigenous Lenca people, who led a resistance against the Spanish conquistadors.

The lempira was introduced in 1931, replacing the peso at par.

In the late 1980s, the exchange rate was two lempiras to the United States dollar.

Honduras Money Tips

The US dollar is widely accepted in the Honduran Bay Islands of Roatan, Utila, and Guanaja you might even be able to use them in Copán. However, the rest of the country isn't too accepting of it. But keep in mind that you will be able to get more discounts at stores, restaurants and even in some hotels if you use the Lempira. Haggling is also almost impossible if you pay with dollars. Small businesses don't like having to go through the trouble of having to go to the bank and do the long lines to change the dollars.

Cost of Traveling in Honduras

At Hotels - You will be able to find tons of budget dorms all over the country that charge around L200 per night. If you prefer to stay at cheap but private rooms you will spend between L450 and L700. You will also find a few more luxurious options, mainly in the Bay Islands and Copan that are still quite cheap.

Buying Food - If you are looking for local dishes you can buy a full meal for around L65 at cheap local places. Restaurants cost slightly more at around L110.

Transportation - To move around the cities you can use taxis but be careful to agree on a price before you hop in because they don't use meters.

to move within cities you will have to use their buses (if you don't have a car) they are usually inexpensive at around L45. But keep in mind that they are not nice and comfy.

Things to Do - Diving is likely to be the most expensive tour that you will find in Honduras. Most operators charge around L765 per person, per dive. Exploring the national parks is a much cheaper option. Most charge a fee of around L65. The Copán Ruins can also be expensive if you factor in entrance fee (220 HNL), entrance to the tunnels (240 HNL) and a guided tour (525 HNL).

Article Edited by Marina K. Villatoro

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