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Observatorio Astronomico de Quito

Interior del Parque La Alameda | P.O. Box: 17-01-165, Quito, Ecuador
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“One of the most incredible hidden treasures in Quito!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012
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This is a classical site from a different dimention!! it seems that most inhabitant from Quito don´t even know this building exists, nor do they know it was recently re-opened to the public after a serious restauration process. This Building (looks like a mad scientist castle from a theme park) constructed in 1873, is a replica of the Observatory in... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012
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Interior del Parque La Alameda P.O. Box: 17-01-165
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Ecuador
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