El Panecillo
mountain in
Quito
#4 in Quito
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#12 in Ecuador
El Panecillo is a prominent hill in Quito, Ecuador, standing at an elevation of approximately 3,000 meters (9,843 feet) above sea level. This iconic landmark offers panoramic views of the city and is crowned by a striking statue of the Virgin Mary, known as the Virgin of El Panecillo or Virgen de Quito. The statue, which stands 45 meters (148 feet) tall, was constructed in 1976 and is made of aluminum.
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