Peaks and volcanoes in Quito Metro

Quito sits at 2,850 meters in the Guayllabamba river basin, flanked by the active stratovolcano Guagua Pichincha and its dormant sibling, Rucu Pichincha. This collection features prominent Andean summits and viewpoints, including the landmark Virgin of El Panecillo and the eroded Ilaló and Pasochoa volcanoes. These peaks offer vantage points over the city’s colonial center and the surrounding 'Avenue of Volcanoes,' showcasing the region's unique volcanic geology and high-altitude paramo ecosystems.