Many pre-Incan archaeological sites can be found in this city with history dating back to 100 AD. The sites have been perfectly preserved with some hidden within the city and the larger ones a short away.
Hidden on a mountain top, the pre-Incan fortified city of Kuelap is an archaeological site with many mysteries. It is home to few Inca buildings and mainly known for its circular structures of the Chachapoyas.
One of the tallest waterfalls in the world is hidden in proximity to the Peruvian Amazon near the town of Chachapoyas. A true off the beaten path experience, getting there can be taxing but well worth the trip.
Being home to the largest and best-preserved colonial historic city center in Latin America make it a UNESCO World Heritage site. Filled with culture and history, the city modernizes within its traditional landscape.
When traveling from Cuenca to Guayaquil, the route involves crossing the scenic national park of El Cajas. With hundreds of lakes and wildlife, it offers plenty of activities and hikes of all difficulty levels.
Considered one of the most difficult feats of engineering, the locomotive descent/ascent of Nariz del Diablo has exhilarating landscapes. The colonial town of Alausi is also beautiful and worthy of an overnight stay.