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Over all Otavalo doesnt have alot of violent crime. It is also much safer here than it is in Quito or Guayaquil. We walked around at night with absolutely no problem. What you do have to watch out for is when there are large crowds because when you least expect it you might be missing something. Dont take your money out in public and use common sense.
I have never experienced anything like that, i think because I always try to be aware of my surroundings and where I have my cash.
My dad was pick pocketed on New Years Eve. There was alot of people around and large crowds. My dad was with a big group of people/family and they were enjoying the festivities. He said that there was an elderly woman and a bunch of kids around him and on two occasions he felt the old ladys hand in his pockets. He scolded her and went on his way. Then she did it again. Once again he scolded her and tried to get away from her. He looked in his pocket and the money was still there next to his cigarretes. When he was ready to buy something he realized his money was gone. He didnt know if it was the old lady or the kids but $80 were gone. So just be careful.
Written May 9, 2007
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When I went to the market in Otavalo I was overwhelmed by the number of beggars. It got a little scary at one point when I had 3 people literally hanging onto my arms asking for money. They won't hesitate to pull at your clothes and follow you. And if they see you give money they will be much more persistent.As heartless as I feel saying it you really have to be firm when saying no and keep on walking if they start ambushing you like that.
Updated Mar 5, 2006
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Always haggle with the market vendors!!! This is a local custom. They will take you to the cleaners if you dont!
Your money will go much farther if you just take the time to interact with the local vendors.
Even if you dont speak Spanish, not to worry, hold up the number of fingers for the dollar amount that you are willing to spend.
Written Mar 28, 2005
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Otavalo is a safe and pleasant town, just as in all the markets everywhere, beware of pickpocketers
Written Feb 1, 2004
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Otavalo is a safe and pleasant town, just as in all the markets everywhere, beware of pickpocketers
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Q: Because of timing constraints, I can only visit the Otavalo market on Sunday. Are things really quiet on Sundays? Is it still...
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Our rain-forest trip in Cuyabeno ended in the airport of Quito, the capital of Ecuador. There a bus waited for us to bring us to the Northern part of Ecuador. Our destination was Otavalo. The...
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Otavalo is one of my favorite towns near Quito. It is a very indiginous town with alot of history and about two hours away from Quito. Most of the people here speak quechua and some spanish. I mostly...
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Otavalo is a town of 50,000 located between the Imbabura and Cotacachi volcanoes. The town is best known for its large indigenous market, which has been operating in the same location for centuries.
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The indigenous market in Otavalo, which is held every Saturday, is a must do when visiting Ecuador.
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