Ecuadorian Food and Drinks

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A Culinary Hotspot Ecuador is increasingly known for its culinary excellence. In an article by Michael Kneissler which was published on welt.de, he describes the high standards and quality found in Ecuadorian rainforest cuisines. The exquisite grilled maggots (Chontacuros) are extremely nutritious and high in protein and the Wayusa Tea has double the amount of … Read more

Galapagos – Temporary snorkel ban at the island of Santa Fé

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News from the Galapagos National Park: The waters off Santa Fé Island are a very popular snorkeling spot in the Galapagos archipelago. Recently, more sharks settle at this place. Many sea lion colonies also have their home here and both species are known to live side by side in peaceful coexistence. The Galapagos National Park … Read more

Ecuador – a new National Park Rio Negro-Sopladora

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The new National Park Rio Negro-Sopladora in Ecuador: Already today, more than 25 percent of the land area in Ecuador's is national park. Now another one joins in: The National Park Rio Negro-Sopladora is located in the south of the small Andean state and protects at 30,000 Hector almost untouched alpine plateaus and forests with about 550 … Read more