A round of highly localized torrential rainfall triggered a deadly landslide in Ecuador's capital city of Quito Monday and left parts of the region buried in mud. At least 24 deaths and 48 injuries ...

Situated in an Andean valley at 9,350 feet above sea level at the foot of the Pichincha volcano, there is Quito, and there are visitors. Quito is the capital of the South American country Ecuador.

The Capital of the Middle of the World is the starting point to all of the main destinations in Ecuador. Its tourism infrastructure and strategic location at the foot of the Pichincha volcano make it ...

Rucu Pichincha Volcano Adventurers can access the 10-km route via the Quito cable car (Teleférico) and will need about 5-6 hours to complete the hike. This unique experience all the way to the summit ...