Indigenous Culture in Quito Quito: Cultura Indígena y Centro Histórico
ID: GYG600349-1009118
Category:
Country: Ecuador
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Share this tour guided by an indigenous person and discover the fusion of the Andean culture of Ecuador. Learn about the Kichwa language and the cultures that coexist in the city.
1. Basilica of the National Vow
Discover the Basilica church, its history and general characteristics, in addition to delving into its pre-Columbian history.
2. Camilo Egas Museum
Observe modern art paintings which invite you to learn about indigenous culture, clothing, festivities and ways of life in the mid-20th century.
3. Craft store
Learn about the crafts of one of the most representative stores in the capital and taste the city's typical ancestral snacks.
4. Visiting a Museum
Discover the pre-Hispanic presence that inhabited Quito in pre-Hispanic times in a very special museum of pre-Columbian art.
5. Plaza Grande
Walk through the central square of the city and observe daily life and the coexistence of the different cultures that pass through the streets.
6. Plaza de San Francisco
Observe one of the largest architectural monuments in the city, the Plaza de San Francisco, learn about the syncretism of its architecture and the indigenous cultural features of the surroundings.
Highlights
- Discovering ancient temples
- Museum of Pre-Columbian Art
- Indigenous clothing stores
- Meaning of Indigenous food
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tips are welcome =)
Puedes escribirme a whatsapp para coordinar donde deseas que te recoja o nos vemos en la estación de policía de la iglesia de la Basílica.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.