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Rural parish of Ecuador
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Papallacta is a village of 920 people (2010) in Ecuador.
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Has good food and the very relaxing thermal pools. For an $8.50 fee (2015), you can take a relaxing dip after your trip in the reserve or spend some time there. The reservations office in Quito has an English speaking agent and they will can accommodate e-mail reservations. You can also buy a ticket online, at the website. But buying one at the entrance should not be a problem.
Papallacta is 67 km (40 mi) east of Quito on the route taken in 1542 by Francisco de Orellana. It crosses over the Andes through beautiful valleys on each side.
Read in the guideA taxi from the bus stop at Pappallacta to the Termas costs $1.50 (2015). Ask the taxi drivers in advance - some will try to charge you more.
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Travel tipsEcuador has historical and renovated haciendas or traditional ranches. Haciendas often cover large areas of land and incorporate agricultural operations and other businesses.
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