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Alameda park Quito
- Av. Gran Colombia y las Calles Sodiro y Guayaquil.
La Alameda "is the oldest park in Quito, formerly known by the Indians as" chuquihuada "(in Quichua, spearhead), it is located in the San Blas parish, in the center of the city, occupies an area of 6 hectares closed.
The Alameda has several landmarks in the city, such as the first astronomical observatory in South America, which still works and you can visit. In addition, there is located the oldest viewpoint of the city, called "El Churo" for its spiral shape. From there you can see places such as the Basilica del Voto Nacional, El Panecillo and the Pichincha volcano. There is also an artificial lagoon that you can travel by boat: a true Quito tradition. In La Alameda you will still find photographers who will portray you instantly, following the craft and tradition of yesteryear.
It is not recommended to cross the park at night.
You can take the trolleybus to the Alameda stop or the Ecovía to the Simón Bolívar stop.
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