The Northern Highlands: Places to Explore
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San Pablo
Easily accessible from Otavalo, the highland town of San Pablo is a collection of adobe buildings along the shore of deep-blue Lago San Pablo. The lake sits at the base of the massive 15,190-foot Volcán Imbabura. Lodges on or near the lake are much nicer than those in town.
San Pablo at a Glance
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