Saquisilí, Ecuador

Saquisilí, Ecuador

Saquisilí Ecuador

Saquisilí is a town in the Cotopaxi Province of Ecuador and the seat of Saquisilí Canton. Located about 25 minutes from Latacunga and 2.5 hours from Quito, the town lies just off the Pan-American Highway. It is best known for its vibrant Thursday market, spread across eight plazas. Unlike the more tourist-oriented market in Otavalo, Saquisilí’s market primarily serves local highland residents who come to buy items such as cookware, electronics, herbal remedies, livestock, and produce. Traditional food is widely available, and the market focuses on the needs of the local population rather than tourism.
Recommended airport
Mariscal Sucre Intl (UIO)
Nearby destinations
  • Machachi a 23.84 km
  • Cotopaxi a 23.22 km
  • Pujilí, Ecuador a 27.77 km