Saquisilí is a town in the Cotopaxi Province of Ecuador. It is the
seat of the Saquisilí Canton. Sasquisilí is located about 25 minutes from
Latacunga and 2.5 hours from Quito. The town, located off the Pan-American
Highway, is best known for the local market held in its eight plazas on
Thursdays. Unlike Otavalo, the market is mainly for locals from the highlands
who come to buy pots and pans, electronics, herbal remedies, livestock or
produce. To go to the animal market, arrive between 7 and 9 a.m.
There is traditional food available, but
the market is still based
