Special Things to Do in Banos, Ecuador

Banos, Ecuador

Known as Baños de Agua Santa, Banos in Ecuador is one of the most popular destinations of the country for several reasons. Situated between two significant landmarks, the Rio Pastaza and the Tungurahua volcano, it is a place that features several restaurants, shops, and plenty of attractions and nightlife opportunities. Recently turned into a famous tourist destination, Banos is still a small town with a population of 18,000. Popularly known as the "gateway to the Amazon", Banos allows its visitors enjoying many jungle tours. Apart from leisure tourists, many volcanologists, religious pilgrims and various other figures are attracted to Banos for different purposes. Positioned at an altitude of 5,990 feet above the sea level, the place enjoys a pleasant weather throughout the year. Explore what you can do during your visit to Banos. 

Discover a Beautiful Culture

Visit Banos to identify a beautiful culture. Popular for its wonderful Basilica (the famous Church of the Virgin of the Holy Water), the place invites a number of people for pilgrimages. People visit this place to express their thanks to the Virgin for her blessings. In the month of October, the church witnesses religious processions, cultural dances & music and fireworks. Banos is a place that enjoys several festivals especially in months of winters close to Christmas.

Enjoy Thrilling Outdoor Activities

Visit Banos to have a thrilling holidaying experience. The town offers several activities for everyone, ranging from bicycle rides to sightseeing and from driving to sailing off. Tourists can also enjoy horse riding and bungee jumping. While enjoying all these activities, you will simply fall in love with the astonishing views of the surroundings. The place fulfills the wishes of the people who are coming here with high expectations of fun and enjoyment. Also enjoy the stunning scenes passing through the rocks and waterfalls.

Explore Shopping Options

Banos is an ideal destination if you are a shopaholic. It is a home to few remarkable marketplaces and stores where you can explore best quality designs, incredible handworks and excellent gold jewelries at reasonable prices. Try out some of the local glucose stick taffy 'Melcocha' in Banos. Some places like Santa María Supermarket, Mercado Central, Galería de Arte Huillacuna and Pasaje Artesanal are ideal for shopping.

Discover a Volcano

It is a place for volcanologist. The extremely effective volcano of the town was Tungurahua. Famous as 'The Black Giant', it is the biggest in Ecuador that is easy to climb up. Visitors and locales are given information regarding the perspective threats so that they don’t face any problem.

Take a Warm Bath

Banos is a preferred holiday destination for local families of the town too. It allows them enjoying the hot baths supplied by the thermal springs and the waterfalls that flow from the cliff on the edge of town. One can enjoy the warm bath here that refreshes them drastically.

Author Bio: Amrita Barnwal is a writer and blogger with easemytrip.com. Recently, she has developed a new passion for writing about the travel and tourism. To share innovative travel experiences, she maintains a travel blog EaseMyTripTravelBlog.Com.