Plaza de la Independencia, Central public square in Historic District, Quito, Ecuador
The square features tree-lined paths leading to a central monument commemorating independence heroes, surrounded by four significant governmental buildings.
Originally established in the 17th century, the plaza evolved from a packed dirt area with a water well into the principal square of Quito.
The Metropolitan Cathedral at the square contains a notable collection of artworks from the Quito School, including pieces by Caspicara and Samaniego.
The plaza connects to four main streets: Venezuela, Chile, García Moreno, and Eugenio Espejo, with the Trole stop located one block away.
The Government Palace opens its main area to tourists who simply need to inform the guard of their visit intention.
Location: Pichincha Province
GPS coordinates: -0.21972,-78.51250
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:25
Ecuador contains photographic subjects from Quito's colonial streets to Galápagos Islands landscapes. The country features architectural monuments, volcanoes, crater lakes, waterfalls and national parks. Locations include the National Vow Basilica, Cotopaxi Volcano, Quilotoa Lake and cultural centers like Otavalo Market.
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Virgin of El Panecillo
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Basilica of the National Vow
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Cathedral of Quito
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Iglesia de Santo Domingo
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Monument to Independence
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Panopticon
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Alberto Mena Caamaño Museum
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Iglesia de El Sagrario
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Church of San Agustín
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Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Merced
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Sucre House
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Quito Astronomical Observatory
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City Museum
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Casa del Alabado Pre-Columbian Art Museum
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Centro Cultural Metropolitano
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El Carmen Alto church
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Palacio Arzobispal
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Palacio Municipal, Quito
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Palacio de la Curia Metropolitana
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Palacio de La Recoleta
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Teatro Bolívar
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Casa de los Alcaldes
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