Illinizas Ecological Reserve, Nature reserve in Cotopaxi and Pichincha provinces, Ecuador.
The Illinizas Ecological Reserve extends across 149,900 hectares of land, featuring diverse ecosystems from highland páramo to mountain forests.
The establishment of the reserve marked a significant step in Ecuador's conservation efforts, protecting natural resources and indigenous territories since its creation.
Indigenous communities near the reserve maintain traditional agricultural practices that reflect their deep connection to the Andean landscapes.
Visitors require appropriate hiking gear and warm clothing due to temperature variations ranging from 0 to 24 degrees Celsius throughout the reserve.
The reserve contains twin volcanic peaks known as North Illiniza and South Illiniza, reaching heights of 5126 and 5248 meters respectively.
GPS coordinates: -0.97367,-79.07473
Latest update: March 18, 2025 03:51
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