About Cotacachi
Located in the Imbabura province, Cotacachi is a land of overwhelming peace and tranquility blessed with a unique natural environment that charms its visitors into coming back time and time again. It is a quaint town overflowing with culture, tradition and friendly people. On the weekends, Cotacachi comes to life as local artisans display the fruits of their labor to the benefit of both locals and tourists alike. Their skill and craftsmanship is evident in the wood carvings and leather clothing, among other things, that they sell throughout the town's many avenues.
Cotacachi is also the proud recipient of many local and international recognitions and awards:
- Declared the first ecological district of South America in 2000.
- 2000 Dubai International Award for Best Practices on Urban Management.
- 2002 UNESCO Cities for Peace
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