Ambato, is a nice town to amble around surrounded by gorgeous mountain ranges all reachable for hiking and walking. Located some 138 km south of Quito, is the capital of the province of Tungurahua, well known for its leather industry, Carnival festivities (In February) and massive fruit markets.
Most hotels & restaurants are close to the center as are one or two parks well sheltered with fauna, flowers and fountains though traffic congestion is heavy on weekdays.The nicest suburbs in Ambato are Miraflores and Atocha, which you may access by bus or taxi. The statue of the famous writer Juan Montalvo, is located in Parque Montalvo right in front of the modern Cathedral, the actual burial site is in a parallel street. Quinta de Juan Leon Mera, an old mansion with beautiful gardens in the Atocha suburb on Ave. Los Capulies, is worth visiting (Open 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 18:00). Another area for nature historians or interested parties is the Botany, ethnographic collections, stuffed birds and other animals at the Museo de Ciencias Naturales Héctor Vásquez.
Most hotels & restaurants are close to the center as are one or two parks well sheltered with fauna, flowers and fountains though traffic congestion is heavy on weekdays.The nicest suburbs in Ambato are Miraflores and Atocha, which you may access by bus or taxi. The statue of the famous writer Juan Montalvo, is located in Parque Montalvo right in front of the modern Cathedral, the actual burial site is in a parallel street. Quinta de Juan Leon Mera, an old mansion with beautiful gardens in the Atocha suburb on Ave. Los Capulies, is worth visiting (Open 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 18:00). Another area for nature historians or interested parties is the Botany, ethnographic collections, stuffed birds and other animals at the Museo de Ciencias Naturales Héctor Vásquez.
The trip of Cuenca to Ambato is 7 hours and has a value of $ 7
I recommend visiting this city full of charm and tranquility.
I recommend visiting this city full of charm and tranquility.
