Otavalo
The most famous Indigenous craft market in Ecuador
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Routes that ran through
Stop
Stop on the Freedom Train variant
2.565 m
Altitude
Imbabura
Province
Otavalo station
The Otavalo station is in the city of Otavalo, Imbabura province, at 2,565 m above sea level, on a variant of the Freedom Train. Otavalo is known worldwide for its craft market, the most famous in Ecuador, and for the cultural strength of the Kichwa Otavalo people, skilled in weaving and trade.
The Plaza de Ponchos fills each day with textiles, tapestries and colourful handicrafts. Around the city are the San Pablo Lagoon, at the foot of the Imbabura volcano, and the beautiful Peguche waterfall. Otavalo combines tradition, landscape and one of the most living and recognised Indigenous identities in South America.
Where is Otavalo station?
Otavalo station is located in Otavalo, Imbabura. Coordinates: 0.2340° N, 78.2610° W.
What to see and do nearby
Points of interest a short distance from Otavalo.
Other stations on the Freedom Train (Tren de la Libertad)
Station facilities
The stations of the Trans-Andean Railway preserve their historic architecture, with a ticket office, waiting room and platform. Here is what you will find at this station.
Connections from Otavalo
Freedom Train (Tren de la Libertad) — Ibarra ↔ Salinas (Imbabura) · partly running (municipal segment). Days: Historically Wednesday to Sunday and public holidays.
Getting there. Otavalo is linked by road to nearby towns; outside the station you will find taxis and public transport.
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