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May 20, 2024

　　Parque La Libertad is anchored by this neoclassical basilica, famous for being the only round church in Ecuador. It was designed, built and decorated mainly by locals, making it a great source of civic pride. It's often closed; try Sundays and evenings after 6pm.

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Central Highlands

　　Parque La Libertad is anchored by this neoclassical basilica, famous for being the only round church in Ecuador. It was designed, built and decorated mainly by locals, making it a great source of civic pride. It's often closed; try Sundays and evenings after 6pm. ...

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　　The ornate, baroque facade of Riobamba's cathedral was reconstructed from fragments after the 1797 earthquake that destroyed the town. Made from white limestone, the relief depicts both indigenous and Spanish images. The cathedral is often closed, but the building exterior (its most interesting aspect) can be viewed any time. ...

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　　Built in the 1900s by the Costales-Dávalos family, this beautifully restored historic building has a few old-time pictures of the city, rotating art exhibits and historic artifacts. It lacks good information, but is an interesting afternoon break nonetheless. Check out the ornate ceilings. ...

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　　The handsome, tree-filled Parque Maldonado is flanked by Riobamba’s cathedral on the northeastern side. ...

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Central Highlands

　　Parque La Libertad is anchored by its neoclassical basilica, famous for being the only round church in Ecuador. ...

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