Monday, June 17, 2013

Basilica del Voto Nacional~Quito, Ecuador 2/12

We came across this massive cathedral while on a walkabout in Old Town on our first day in Quito.
The main entrance. Complete with climbable clock towers!

Admiring some weavings being sold streetside.

Looking South over the rooftops of Old Quito, from the top of the southern clock tower! 

A view of El Panecillo, the ever-present small hill just South of Old Town. Topped by the watchful gaze of La Virgen de Quito, one of the cities major landmarks.

It's hard to tell in these photos, but in place of gargoyles, this church is adorned  by a large number of animals from all over Ecuador. Turtles, iguanas and crocodiles... oh my!

What time do you WANT it to be?

(Thanks for this photo Heath Hilary)

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