Loja is one of the favored Tourist Destinations in Ecuador. The city stands 6724 feet above sea level and has a population of 150 thousand. Hundreds of tourists from all parts of the world visit the city of Loja at different time of the year.
Location and Climate of Loja
Loja Ecuador lies at the bottom of the Cuxibamba valley. It mainly comprises of cloud-forest and jungle. Loja enjoys a mild Andean climate. Days are usually warm and nights cold. June and July is the windy season.
Tourist Attractions in Loja
There are myriad attractions in the city of Loja. There are many historical and cultural sites all over the city. Some of the places of attraction are Central Bank Museum, Botanical Gardens and Museo de La Musica. Tourists can marvel at the gigantic size of the Coniferous trees found in the Podocarpus National Park. Take a stroll along the Lourdes Street. Tourists here can see many old colonial buildings.
Things to do in Loja
Sightseeing is one of the most favored attractions for tourists. The city of Loja in Ecuador is also renowned for world class shopping. There are a wide range of both flea markets and elegant shopping malls. The streets of the old city house many handicraft and souvenir shops. 'Cera' is one of the best places to buy ceramic handicrafts. Apart from these, tourists can experience the thrill of bird watching. The Tapichalaca Reserve is one of the best places in the country for bird watching.
Transportation in Loja
Loja Ecuador has a well developed means of transportation. There are daily two flights from Quito to Loja. The airport of the city is located at "La Toma" in the Catamayo valley. Buses are the chief mode of transportation within the city. In addition to buses, you can get a wide number of taxis and car rentals available for hire.
Hotels in Loja
There are all types of hotels in the city. All the luxury and the cheap hotels offer a long list of facilities to suit the needs of the guests. Be it the business travelers or fun seeking travelers, the vast range of facilities makes the hotels an ideal place of accommodation. The hotels offer its guests with many in-room facilities. In addition to these the hotels offer a dining, business and recreational facilities.
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