Quito, Ecuador's capital sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2.850 metres, situated above the Guayllabamba River Basin in a valley on the eastern slopes of Pichincha, an active stravolcano in the Andes is revealing itself as a destination of excellence as far as romantic tourism is concerned.
The Ecuadorian capital of the province of Pichincha built on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, well known for its well – preserved colonial architecture, with 16th and 17th century churches and other buildings blending European, Indigenous and Moorish styles offers an absolutely enchanting setting for romantic sejours, inspiring various proposals such as stays with wedding, honeymoons, anniversaries or simply a trip for couples.
In this sense, the Public Tourism Company of Quito the main body that is dedicated to the promotion of tourism in the Ecuadorian capital, to improve the visitor experience and to make tourism a fundamental and primary resource of the industry in the region is actively working to position the largest centre of Ecuador as a destination for weddings, calling international couples, as well as the conjugal unions of the rest of the country.
In recent years, romantic tourism has experienced a remarkable growth in Latin America and Quito is an integral part of this market thanks to the effort of the private and public sector, a partnership that has managed to position this South American city as a reference point on the main map of destinations for international weddings and romantic events.
Within this specialized offer, the Historic Center of Quito declared a Cultural Heritage of Humanity by the United Nations in 1978, an extensive area developed over the ashes of what the northern half of the Inca Empire until the Inca general Rumiñhui burnt it to ground rather than surrender to the Spanish conquistadors plays an important role.
This place transports the visitor back and forth between centuries in its charming environment between its cobblestone street and pedestrian walkways in the boundaries of the historic and romantic Old Town, an ideal place to start the story of "forever together" by walking through the charming colonial centre also characterized by its impressive architecture, charming, traditional squares, the monumental churches rich in art with unique details and decorated altars.
This captivating destination is also complemented by the beautiful Andean landscapes and picturesque valleys that surround it and by the purely rural culture of its immediate surroundings that offer a variety of opportunities for both Catholic and ancestral ceremonies.
Quito is located on the privileged equatorial line, considered the middle city in the world and which contributes with the quality of its flowers, plants, and gastronomic products, ideal for decoration and haute cuisine on the occasion to create romantic events.
This tourism segment is part of a rapidly - flourishing industry specializing in events with a wide range of options prepared and presented for couples, happy to enjoy unforgettable and memorable experiences.
Along the same lines, romantic tourism brings very significant economic income and fosters the development of the entire national tourism industry with an emphasis on the generation of employees that transcends the value of this field dedicated to people who want to get married.
In Ecuador there are already specialized fairs of great appeal as the Love Convention held in Guayaquil, charming port city known as a gateway to Pacific beaches and the Galapagos Islands that are designed to bring together event organizers, wedding planners, Tour Operator. travel agencies and hotel chains with the primary objective of professionalizing romantic tourism and promoting the attractions of Quito.
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