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Going from the jungle to the mountains in just minutes, that is what happens in the Llanganates National Park. In addition to being home to animals and plants from different regions of the country, this natural space attracts attention for its rich history. Legend has it that the treasure of the Inca Atahualpa is located here.

Llanganates National Park occupies territories of the provinces of Tungurahua, Cotopaxi, Pastaza and Napo. Therefore, in a short time it is possible to go from the paramo to the rainforest and see both tropical parrots and mountain bears.Spanish to English

¡Vamos a los Llanganates! - Revista Mundo Diners A los Llanganates se llegaba por el oro de Atahualpa, pero ¿cuál es el tesoro verdadero que esconde una región donde se unen Sierra y Oriente?

One of the most critical effects of climate change is the possible extinction of the Amazon rainforest, which functions as the lungs of the planet. If deforestation is not reversed in this region, up to 75 billion tons of carbon would be released, accelerating climate change. That is, the Amazon would go from being a carbon sink to becoming a source of emissions due to the fires that would be generated and the death of flora and fauna.🥹

Día Internacional contra el Cambio Climático: Informe Planeta Vivo revela que quedan 5 años para evitar la extinción de la selva amazónica La biodiversidad en Latinoamérica está en una situación crítica, según el último informe “Planeta Vivo 2024”. Esta evaluación global sobre el estado de la biodiversidad y los ecosistemas, realizada por el Fondo Mundial para la Naturaleza (WWF), revela que en los últimos 50 años, la pobl...

This dish, which is always fashionable and on the Ecuadorian menu, is easy to prepare. Its basic ingredients are potatoes (potatoes) such as chola or superchola. Depending on the tastes or what you have at home, you can also combine two or more varieties of potatoes such as chola with the Cecilia potato.

Locro de papa con queso, una receta reconfortante para deleitar a todos - Sabor ¿Cómo preparar un locro de papa? Aprende hoy esta deliciosa receta de la mano de nuestro apasionado por la cocina, Carlos Villacís. Al servir, no olvides decorar con aguacate.

There is no corner of Ecuador that does not offer something delicious to eat. Therefore, those who decide to leave their city on this holiday should not only seek rest and fun, but also good food, which is something that abounds in the country.

Esto es lo que se come en los carnavales de la Sierra, en Ecuador - Sabor No hay rincón del Ecuador que no ofrezca algo delicioso de comer. Por ello, quien en este feriado decida salir de su ciudad no solo debe buscar descanso y diversión, sino también buena comida, que es algo que abunda en el país.

“Ecuadorian cebiche is marinated with a liquid base of cooking the main protein, which can be fish or shrimp commonly, although other seafood is also used. To this base is added some type of citrus that is usually lemon, raw onion and tomato. Depending on the province, additional flavors such as mustard and tomato sauce, coriander, peanut paste and even pickle can be increased,” explains Ana Carolina Maldonado, director of La Cevicheria Guayaca brand.

Cebiche ecuatoriano vs. cebiche peruano - Sabor Los ingredientes y el estilo de preparación son las principales diferencias entre estos dos platillos a base de mariscos, muy solicitados en nuestro país. Uno tiene una base líquida mientras que el otro no. ¿Cuál es tu favorito?

When the Christmas celebrations arrive, the year begins to close, but also opens a unique culinary season, in which special dishes make their appearance. One of them is tamal, a corn preparation filled with meat, vegetables and seasonings, wrapped before cooking.

El tamal ecuatoriano brilla en las mesas de la Sierra durante diciembre - Sabor Esta delicia envuelta en hojas de achira ocupa un importante lugar en la gastronomía festiva de muchas ciudades andinas, fusionando tradiciones, riqueza cultural y deliciosos ingredientes locales.

This exquisite and simple drink to prepare is based on solid chocolate or cocoa powder, combined with milk and sweeteners, according to personal tastes. The magic of hot chocolate lies not only in its taste, but also in its ability to evoke memories.

Chocolate caliente, una sencilla receta para preparar y disfrutar en época de Navidad - Sabor Esta es una de las temporadas en las que el chocolate se convierte en un 'cálido abrazo para el alma', pues puede servir a toda hora y junto con otros bocadillos o snacks.

A perfect fish dish, with patacones and a good portion of rice are necessary to taste a delight at lunchtime.

Encocado de pescado - Sabor El pescado encocado es una comida ecuatoriana que te dejará sin palabras por su rico sabor.

This is a soup prepared with potato, milk, onion, colored butter, coriander, garlic and belly, guts and blood of the sheep. And it is served accompanied by a slice of avocado and chili. It is these meat ingredients that make this dish rejected by some, although its fans are many more.

Yahuarlocro, un plato andino de temporada, símbolo del mestizaje de Ecuador - Sabor Se consume en muchas de las celebraciones en la Sierra. Este locro de papas con intestinos y sangre de oveja no es para todos. Aunque es una joya culinaria y del mestizaje, sus ingredientes alejan a algunos.

The colada morada is a tradition in Ecuador and its consumption is done mainly on the Day of the Dead. Its origins date back to the pre-Hispanic era when the Andean Indians prepared a ritual drink, whose main ingredients were ground black corn and the blood of llama, which was offered to the divinities in times of rain.

Nuevos productos exaltan la tradición de la colada morada La colada morada es toda una tradición en el Ecuador y su consumo se lo realiza principalmente en el Día de los Difuntos. Sus orígenes se remontan a la época prehispánica cuando los indígenas andinos preparaban una bebida ritual, cuyos ingredientes principales eran el maíz negro molido y la s...