Read about the best cultural activities in Quito, in the capital of culture. Must-visit museums, cultural centers, markets and more!

Budget Backpacking in South America
Read about the best cultural activities in Quito, in the capital of culture. Must-visit museums, cultural centers, markets and more!
SWho wants to stay all the time on the beaten path? Pasto, the westernmost biggest town in Colombia, hardly features on any route plan. Truth is, the places in the north take the fame: postcard-perfect Cartagena on the Caribbean coast, the tropical paradise Tayrona Park or backpackers’ favourite Medellin. But in fact, Pasto is blessed with amazing nature around, Colombia’s most beautiful churches and laid-back vibes. So don’t miss this hidden gem, especially on your way to or from Ecuador. Well, I know most travellers have limited time: that’s how I’ve been in the past…erm…many years. But imagine a city …
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