Guaranda Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Ecuador, capital of the Bolívar Province
About Guaranda
Located in the heart of the country, quaint Guaranda is the smallest provincial capital in the highlands. Its pleasant climate (22 to 25 degrees Celsius in the tropical regions) make it very popular with visitors, who are also attracted the area’s cool paramo. TheCarnavalfestivities of the area have gained fame throughout Ecuador. Surrounded by the peaks of San Jacinto, Loma de Guaranda, San Bartolo, Cruzloma, Tililac, Talalac, and el Mirador, Guaranda is known as theCity of the Seven Hills. At 2650m, this highland city is the smallest provincial capital in Ecuador. The Carnival festivities are very traditional and last for several days. Visitors are offeredchicha(a local, maize-based alcoholic drink) and the popular firewater known asPájaro Azul(Blue bird) which help them get into the spi
Where to Eat in Guaranda
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Cafe Suyana
- 🍴Juad's Pastelería
- 🍴La Colina
- 🍴Pizza Buon Giorno
Where to Stay in Guaranda
- 🏨Complejo Turistico La Rueda
- 🏨Gran Hotel Palacio Real
- 🏨Hotel Bolivar
- 🏨Hotel La Colina
- 🏨San Rafael Hotel & Spa
Guaranda Travel Guide Sections
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