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SN Av. Manuel Córdova GalarzaAmazing place. You´ll stand on two hemispheres.
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The Spanish named the area “La Floresta” owing to the unusually high concentration of wild flowers in the area. Early in the 20th century prosperous landowners settled here and built mansions in the neo-classical style that was in fashion at the time. More than 70 of these homes remain, side by side. Along with its tree-lined streets, this has contributed to its unique character.
Furthermore, the area has its own town square, a small park featuring an elegant fountain where children and senior citizens alike come to spend time, while local street vendors sell their goods.
About 20 years ago, however, due to its attractive nature and low-cost of the area, a growing community of artists and writers began to settle here, and the resultant mix of classical homes and avant-garde art galleries, as well as the large murals painted on the sides of buildings, enhanced La Floresta’s reputation, which began to grow both locally and abroad.
During the day, you can walk past the old mansions and new wall murals while enjoying the variety of galleries, restaurants, pastry shops, clothing stores, and creatively-designed cafés. At night there are jazz clubs, dance clubs, an elegant movie theater showcasing foreign films, and taverns featuring local artisan beer. Anybody vising La Floresta (Católica and Orellana is a recommended starting point) should consider dropping by the following venues.
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La Floresta
The Spanish named the area “La Floresta” owing to the unusually high concentration of wild flowers in the area. Early in the 20th century prosperous landowners settled here and built mansions in the neo-classical style that was in fashion at the time. More than 70 of these homes remain, side by side. Along with its tree-lined streets, this has contributed to its unique character.
Furthermore, the area has its own town square, a small park featuring an elegant fountain where children and senior citizens alike come to spend time, while local street vendors sell their goods.
About 20 years ago, however, due to its attractive nature and low-cost of the area, a growing community of artists and writers began to settle here, and the resultant mix of classical homes and avant-garde art galleries, as well as the large murals painted on the sides of buildings, enhanced La Floresta’s reputation, which began to grow both locally and abroad.
During the day, you can walk past the old mansions and new wall murals while enjoying the variety of galleries, restaurants, pastry shops, clothing stores, and creatively-designed cafés. At night there are jazz clubs, dance clubs, an elegant movie theater showcasing foreign films, and taverns featuring local artisan beer. Anybody vising La Floresta (Católica and Orellana is a recommended starting point) should consider dropping by the following venues.
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Don´t forget to take with you delicious ecuadorian chocolate
On downtown you´ll find plenty of chocolate stores.