TULCAN CITY

Tulcan is a beautiful city, is located north of Ecuador and is the capital of Carchi which has several tourist attractions such as:

Archaeological Museum Vaca Bastidas Germain

A set of archaeological features makes this museum one of the most attractive , as the variety of pots, bowls and utensils, lead the visitor along several centuries of the history of Carchi.

Carchi has been known for its natural heritage and cultural landscape admirable truly exceptional and unique emporium of art and culture. the archaeological museum, is modern and contemporary you can find art from the House of Ecuadorian Culture core of Carchi, are reflected the essence and characteristics of culture carchense: their experiences, art and archeology.

Cathedral Tulcán

It is a wonderful church has magnificent architectural images of artistic worth. It has an altar carved in gold which which is located off the main alter. The restoration ended in 2000.
The renovation of the Cathedral took a modernist style. The interior is romantic style with classical altars.

Tourist attractions are:

It catches a lot of attention of visitors to this cathedral. Its decoration, as the inner columns have capitals covered with grapes and acanthus leaves.

It also impress the arches and towers, the oculus (clock), the batteries after paired turrets and the baptismal font made in stone and wood.

Municipal Cemetery José Maria Franco Azael

Recognized by locals and foreigners, as a modern marvel. This "green Sculpture" is unique in its kind, was created by Mr. Azael Franco in 1936. Cypress Carvings make these wonders to the cemetery in a palace where art and beauty come together in harmony, and
lead to a unique spectacle worthy of being appreciated by tourists.
It has been called "Sculpture on Green" and there are no similar achievements else where in the world.

THIS CEMETERY IS THE BEST OF ECUADOR'S WHY WE INVITE YOU TO VISIT TULCAN

Name: Andrés Chamorro Mejía

Course: 2ª E.M.F