La Nariz del Diablo: The Devil's Nose

A trip to La Nariz del Diablo ("The Devil's Nose") should be on everyone's bucket list. This stunning portion of the Andes mountains near the town of Alaus is best seen aboard one of the country's superbly maintained railways, whether you're a train aficionado or not. The 12-kilometer return ride to Nariz del Diablo is definitely one of the most popular of a network that runs across the country to some of the country's most attractive sites. A wonderful observation tour aboard a train that zigzags through a number of switchbacks as it climbs the mountain's near vertical sides to the viewing station at the top is one of the highlights.

You'll have the opportunity to learn about the Andes' rich culture along the journey. A visit to the Puuna Condor Museum, which has exhibits and displays about the area's Indigenous people, is one of the highlights.

Location: Q44C+GR7, Sibambe, Ecuador