Description

Quito (Ecuador), since colony times, was known as a place where artisan work was plenty as the locals had an amazing talent with their hands. Local talent helped to build on its totality what is the baroque jewel of South America, the Compania Church (Society of Jesus). Also, the Spanish founded the “Escuela Quitena”, the Quito School of Art because they quickly knew the level of talent that existed on this territory. 

The level of talent exists until this day making the Ecuadorian artisan one of the best in the world. With this tour, we will visit some spots where you will experience the diversity and the blessing that is what Ecuadorian hands can create.

Itinerary

DAY 1

Visit Calderon (mazapan), Cotacachi (leather)  & Ibarra (wood)

DAY 2

Visit Zumbahua (painting)

DAY 3

Visit Salinas de Guaranda, the very model of coordinated community life, with every soul employed in its many cooperatives, producing everything from cheese to chocolate