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Baños Essentials

Baños de Agua Santa serves as a transition point between the Andean highlands and the Amazon basin. This list centers on the town's geothermal activity, featuring mineral-rich thermal baths and views of the active Tungurahua volcano. Visitors can explore the religious history at the Monumento a la Virgen, sample local flavors at the Mercado Central, or observe endemic wildlife at the San Martín Ecozoo. The area’s dramatic topography supports extreme sports like bridge jumping and high-altitude swings overlooking the Pastaza River valley.

Baños Essentials – Kart

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A

Cascada de la Virgen

Waterfall situated in the town center, adjacent to the thermal baths.

B

Piscinas Termas De La Virgen

Public baths at the base of a waterfall, featuring mineral-rich pools heated by volcanic activity.

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C

Monumento a la Virgen

Statue and observation deck reached by a 600-step staircase, providing views of the valley.

D

Columpio Extremo y mirador

Extreme swing and lookout point overlooking the town and surrounding Andean landscape.

E

Mercado Central

Traditional market featuring stalls for local produce and regional dishes like llapingachos.

F

Vulcano Tungurahua

Active stratovolcano reaching 5,023 meters, part of the Sangay National Park.

G

Bungee Jumping

Bridge jumping site over the Pastaza River canyon.

H

Ecozoológico San Martín

Conservation center housing rescued native species including jaguars, condors, and bears.

I

Animal Park Parque Temático

Interactive farm and park located on the mountain slopes above the city.

J

Fabrica Mágica de Chocolate

Workshop dedicated to the production of artisanal chocolate using Ecuadorian cacao.

K

Viewpoint of Banos

Elevated platform offering panoramic views of the urban area and the Pastaza River.

L

Friar Enrique Mideros Museum

Religious and historical museum located inside the Basilica of Our Lady of the Holy Water.

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