The very best thing about Quito’s old town are the hills! When you arrive from the airport after dark, you see all the lights from the houses up in the hillsides twinkle. All around you. Like being inside a cave with glowworms, I imagine, haven’t done that yet 🙂 You feel excited about choosing to go here, even though some say it’s a dangerous place to be, and you haven’t heard too much about it. In addition to being the perfect gluteus maximus work-out :), climbing up the hilly streets also make you very aware of the air having less oxygen than what you’re used to. One block, and I was breathing heavily. Charming, but exhausting. Luckily, it didn’t prevent me from walking around taking in the neighbourhood’s beautiful architecture and lively street life, making me one happy camper!
Upon leaving Quito, my taxi driver decided to go on a detour. I think he wanted to stay out of the congested traffic, and took me on a scenic drive instead. Up a hill, down a hill, crossing small bridges, passing villages. Beautiful! Just not the time for it. In the end I had to let him know that I really couldn’t do this, otherwise I’d miss my plane. Wish I had stayed longer to explore more, like the diversion we took.
I’ve always wanted to visit Quito, great to read about it…. love the first photo, looks amazing! #citytripping
It was kind of never on my radar. Great place! Thanks!
I am glad you liked Quito. Some people have problems with the city and they do not enjoy it. I would like to experience it to reach my own conclusions. #citytripping
Do you know why they didn’t like it? Crime? That was the only “rumour” I heard. Always good to experience things yourself, if it is good things 🙂
I like hilly cities, you get some great views. Even if they are tough to walk around! #citytripping
Me too! In Andorra at the moment and there are some hilly places here as well 🙂
I take your point about how beautiful Quito must look at night. But the thought of walking up all of those hills makes my legs hurt. You’re braver (and probably fitter) than me! #CityTripping
Just your butt 🙂 You just got to take it slow. And it is high up too, so I wasn’t able to run around like a crazy person 🙂
A shame to discover the locals’ secrets as you leave! Thanks for linking up with #citytripping
I know! Should definitely had more time in Quito and around.
Yikes, I might’ve been a bit nervous with the taxi detour myself! But sounds like a fascinating city to explore!
Haha, good point. Didn’t think too much about that. Old(er) man, so that might be why 😀 Great place!
Love towns with amazing view points! This looks like one of the best! Wide open spaces! #CityTripping
Me too! Excellent views from the church.