This is the equatorial line at 3 PM only 3 days before the March 21st equinox. at Quitsato (Quitsa means middle; To means world) The giant sundial is situated at this location that is in alignment with the mountains and in triangulation with three other sites built by the pre Inca peoples: the historic center of the capital city, of Quito,, the 7th century pyramids of Cochasqui pyramids and Cataquilla with its circular wall formations at 23 degrees from this point – reflecting the tilt of the earth’s rotation.
In the middle of the world, there is no other way to know the calendar year! The sun is directly overhead every day!
This line was located by the Ecuadorean Geographical Institute using satellite technology. The foundation that built this place calls themselves a model for cultural self management!
The “old equator” is 100 yards up the road. This monument within walking distance, was placed here by the International Rotary Club in the 1950’s!!
Worth a stop!
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