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Discover Quito through the eyes of women
Quito, Ecuador
$30.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Explore Quito's historic center, a World Heritage Site, through a unique lens that highlights the contributions of women throughout history. This tour will reveal forgotten stories of women who have been relegated to the background, showcasing their impact on Ecuadorian society. Throughout the tour, the current situation of women is explored in depth, offering a fresh and enriching perspective on the country's history.
- Discover the history of Quito from a women's perspective
- Learn stories of forgotten women in Ecuadorian history
- Understands the current situation of women in the country
- A tour of the World Heritage Site with an inclusive approach
- Discover the history of Quito from a women's perspective
- Learn stories of forgotten women in Ecuadorian history
- Understands the current situation of women in the country
- A tour of the World Heritage Site with an inclusive approach
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Discover Quito through the eyes of women
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Post-tour support
- Tasting of chocolate and traditional sweets
- Professional and certified guidance
- Tips
- Does not include transportation to the meeting point or from the end point of the tour
- An optional stop will be made for lunch or coffee break depending on the time.
Meeting point
The meeting point is at the entrance of the Basilica of the Torres del Voto Nacional, entering through the door located on Carchi Street, next to the ticket office.
Return details
The final point will be at the Plaza de San Francisco, a reference point is the Casa Gangotena hotel
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The Basilica of the National Vow is the largest church in the country. With its imposing neo-Gothic style, it is an excellent starting point for learning about the history of the country, the city, and, of course, women. Here we will explore the exterior of this building; entry to the towers is optional and not included in the price.
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Palacio ArzobispalHere we will learn and taste traditional sweets, we will talk about their preparation, origin, and what is the contribution of women to the extensive gastronomic culture of our city from the different spaces they have occupied over time.
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Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)In this square, we will analyze the various political, religious, and economic powers that surround the city today, as well as the process of Ecuador's independence. We'll discuss the role of women in the independence struggles, those whose names have been recognized, and those who haven't.
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Centro Cultural MetropolitanoIn this beautiful building, of great historical significance, we can walk through the halls that housed the city's first university students. Here we'll analyze how women's access to education has been, and is currently, in addition to other milestones such as the movement for women's suffrage.
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Fundacion Iglesia de la CompaniaIn this temple, considered one of the most beautiful in Ecuador, we will discuss the role of women in the religious community, as well as the transformation of the idea of femininity from pre-Columbian cultures to conquest and colonization. Entrance to the church is optional and not included in the cost.
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Plaza de San FranciscoTo conclude the tour, we will taste delicious Ecuadorian chocolate, made with fine aroma cacao. We will discuss the role of women in agriculture. After this sweet experience, we will analyze how women throughout history have entered different areas of the labor market and the transformation of gender roles over time.
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Discover Quito through the eyes of women
Quito, Ecuador
$30.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!