Atacazo

#21 among destinations in Ecuador

Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano

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Atacazo is a volcano of the Western Cordillera located 25 kilometers southwest of Quito, Ecuador. Atacazo is a stratovolcano formed by the action of a Late-Pleistocene to Holocene caldera. The last eruption of the Atacazo was nearly 2300 years ago. ()

Alternative names: Last eruption: 320 B.C.E.Elevation: 14642 ftCoordinates: 0°21'10"S, 78°37'1"W

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PichinchaEcuador

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Atacazo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quicentro Sur, Estadio Gonzalo Pozo Ripalda.

6.9 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Quicentro Sur, Quito
176 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Quito, Ecuador, Quicentro Sur stands as a modern shopping oasis amidst the bustling energy of the city. This expansive shopping center is a premier destination for both locals and tourists looking to indulge in a day of retail therapy.
7.1 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio Gonzalo Pozo Ripalda, Quito
181 min walk • Estadio Gonzalo Pozo Ripalda is a multi-use stadium in southern Quito, Ecuador. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of Aucas. The stadium holds 18,799 spectators and built in 1987 and opened in 1994.

Atacazo

Facts and practical information

Atacazo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Quicentro Sur, Quito

Estadio Gonzalo Pozo Ripalda, Quito