puerta de la ciudad

We saw this while on the tour bus, so there was no opportunity to get off and look it over. It seems out of place in a town such as this and having been built in 2000 makes it ever more of an anomaly. Since we were on the bus, we don't know the exhibit du jour, but honestly, I would not traipse back to visit it as a separate visit. The tour bus went to even higher vistas, where we were able to get the best shots of the city.

Puerta de la Ciudad is very popular in Loja and it has become one of the city's icons. Even though it is not that old, many tourists visit the place for pictures. Newlyweds have also made of this gate a place for pictures to remember. If you are in Loja, stop by and take pictures.

An iconic landmark attraction for Loja's visitors, the Spanish castle like structure is the northern gateway to the oldest city in Ecuador. At the merging of two rivers the charming entrance gate sets the stage for Loja's friendly residents, clean streets, and charm. On the north side are several bustling marketplaces serving fruit, vegetables, meat, fish, flowers, and artisan crafts. Climb the castle towers for a 360 degree panoramic view of the city. It houses a small museum, several small art galleries, and a cafe. Admission is free and the hospitality wonderful. Its character is handsomely illuminated in the evening providing a second photo opportunity.

Great place to get a really good view of Loja. This castle like structure also has an art gallery and a cafe upstairs. A must visit when you travel to Loja. Just a short walk from Parque Central.

Something different in whole Ecuador. Is the representation of the castle that Loja has on its shield, very nice place to take pictures and you have a great view of the city.

Good location, food available, sometimes there are art shows by Ecuadorian artists. Handicrafts available.

Loja is an amazing city, and this place is great to hand around with friends or family and take some photos

Well, if you are in Loja you may visit this just a few minutes! It relates to the city's history and you can eat it sth in the cafe! It is a spaniard building!

If staying in the city, this is a nice 15 minute stroll. Not much to do there, just take some photos with the beautiful medieval style building. I recommend taking the 45 minute walk from the city center to Parque Jipiro along the river side, so you pass by the gates on the way. Its a great walk, andyou get to see several dimensions of the city along the way.

even its a small estructure, it has the most nice sight from the middle of the town! inside it has a nice small coffe bar with a warm environment

A modern replica of a monarchical time that certainly doesn't exist in Ecuador this "Door of the City" is quite unique and quite out of place. It houses local artwork and a cafe. Visit this for a view of the city while sipping on a drink and spending time with friends. It's not a must-see but in a city with a lack of things to do you might as well take the time to visit. You can easily walk to this attraction from the city center or take a cheap taxi. Entrance is free.

Loja is a city that you can see in a few days, unklike Cuenca, Guayaquil or Quito. The people are very friendly, and you do not have a sense of mistrust, or that you are unsafe. As a veteran travler in Ecuador of over 40 years, security is always an issue. So the feeling of safety in Loja is not to be taken for granted, as you could never say this about Quito or Guayaquil.The Puerta de la Cuidad is a beautiful entry into Loja, and somewhat sets the stage for the rest of the city. As they say in Loja, "If you haven't see Loja, then you don't know Ecuador!"

World Class art display at the Museo Puerta de la Ciudad was quite surprising and well attended. We also went to the market that was right downtown Loja which had excellent very reasonable food.

La puerta de la ciudad, es un lugar muy interesante, el castillo que atraviesa la puerta, tiene una galería de arte y se pueden adquirir artesanías, en el piso superior hay un mirador desde donde se puede ver toda Loja y una cafetería.

Es un moderno distintivo de la ciudad de Loja. La fotografía en este lugar es obligatoria para todo visitante de la ciudad. Tiene una agradable cafetería y un mirador en una de sus torres