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Volcàn Ctopaxi  

The Cotopaxi is located on the Eastern Cordillera, at a distance of 35 km northeast of Latacunga and 45 km southeast of Quito. Its building forms a symmetrical cone with slopes of up to 35 ° and a basal diameter of 20 km, the Cotopaxi is surrounded by moors that border 3000 meters above sea level and by other volcanoes such as Sincholahua (4873 msnm), Quilindaña (4876 msnm) and Rumiñahui ( 4722 msnm).

The Cotopaxi volcano is located in the Latacunga canton of Cotopaxi province, with an elevation of 5897 msnm, it is the second highest volcano in the country.

His name Cotopaxi means Neck of the Moon.

There are several attractions or natural resources that can be observed such as the Quishuar Trail: On the route that allows you to enjoy several tourist attractions in the area, especially crossing the pine forest.

The Cotopaxi volcano has an exotic dry microclimate that allows its ascent during most of the year. Starting from 4800 meters and in an approximate time of 6 to 8 hours, you will be able to reach the foot of the impressive crater half a kilometer wide and marvel at the spectacular view of the tops of most of the volcanoes in Ecuador.

In its eastern slopes there is a refuge, where tourists can enjoy the landscape of the valley and the Limpiopungo lagoon, including wild ducks in their panorama. A permit granted by the Cotopaxi National Park authorities is required for them to ascend.

I recommend the ascent to the Cotopaxi volcano, since it is a wonderful experience, the ascent is something for very brave people who want to reach the top, but for the ascent you need to acquire a permit from the authorities and go with a guide specialized, since it is very risky and dangerous and you could get lost.

But going up is something unique and wonderful. so for all the people who like adventure tourism here they have a unique experience