3 Famous Villages in Ecuador: San Bartolomé, Chordeleg & Gualaceo Ecuador

This video shows one of the most popular day trips from Cuenca Ecuador. We visited San Bartolomé, Chordeleg and Gualaceo. Each town has a unique trade that makes them famous throughout Ecuador and South America.
San Bartolomé - Taller Uyaguari Guitar Maker:
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Chordeleg - Joyeria Puerta del Sol Filigree Jewelry:
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Gualaceo - Gino Zanetti Shoe Store:
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[@AmeliaAndJP]

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[@arunbear]

Hey, are you guys vegans? I guess that's not problematic in Ecuador?

[@anitaandrade4456]

Ecuador is beautiful 😍 it has everything, climate, food, people, culture. Thank Amelia and JP for this video. 👍🇪🇨🇪🇨

[@daveandrew589]

FYI, prices for custom guitars in the US will start at about $4000, and rise fairly rapidly from there. Fancy binding and rosette work from a well-known builder will often push the price up above 5 figures. Name builders will often have a waiting list years long. The guitars shown in your video are nylon-stringed spanish/classical style, where steel-stringed guitars are more commonly played in the US. One is not 'better' than the other, but a given player will typically stick with one style, as they differ significantly in feel. I'm adding San Bartolome to my map!

[@lseguy]

Noooo Amelia! Don’t let the grey/white hair go!! It suits you flawlessly! You rock the grey/white hair like no other!

[@leemg4560]

This route brought back fond memories of my first visit to Cuenca about 15 years ago when my father-in-law (RIP) took us (my wife and I) driving through the same towns. I recall that on the way to Gualaceo two guys suddenly raised a rope across the road and demanded a toll payment. My father-in-law (Ecuadorian) angrily told them off and demanded they remove the rope, to which they complied seeing the anger on his face. In Chordeleg (silent "g") we visited a small produce market at the end of the street and at the base of a small hill. There I saw the Amazon size version of a fruit I know from the Caribbean and was in awe. While the Caribbean version was something like a green peapod about 8" x 2" this one in Chordeleg was big a a full-size machete, about 30" x 4" and it actually took a machete to open the pod for the sweet silky covered beans inside. We had a picnic lunch in a park close by and there were a few scary packs of wild dogs roaming the park. Your video brought back some nice and emotional memories of the wonderful times I had with my father and mother-in-law every year we visited him in Cuenca. The black boots looked good Amelia! I would usually buy insoles for shoes that I got from Ecuador as I noticed they usually did not have ample heel support. Thanks Amelia and JP.

[@hikergirl1]

This is great! I live in Quito and the first time I went to Cuenca, I took a driver to go to some of the towns. I also went to Chordeleg and bought some silver earrings! I was also happy to learn that several of the towns I visited took their Indigenous names back. One of them used to be called Santa Barbara.

[@juanpelon3086]

Saludos from puerto rico, glad you guys are living *the life*.. jewelry was gorgeous, the guitars were *works of art*.. prices, excellent..enjoy..and thanks for the videos .

[@themarvelousdonohues9153]

This is a wonderful video. I loved learning more about the culture of Ecuador and it's people! Thank you for shearing this with us.

[@BestYears2BestPlaces]

A very beautiful country 😀👍

[@lorenzanob]

Thank you for this video! My husband and I have been to Chordeleq and many different places in Ecuador. Each time we go we discover new things. Ecuador has so much to offer. What a beautiful country!

[@Alexanne13]

Thank you so much for these videos. Ecuador has been calling me for years and I'm in the process of sharing it with my husband now as an option for us by next year. We think we're going to take your advice and take a trip first. Cuenca has been my city of choice and I'm still watching your videos as we decide.

[@ecuadorexpat8558]

I moved to Cuenca 3 yrs ago and it is the BEST on the planet

[@tmcdon]

Beautiful villages! Being able to go places like that is a huge perk of living in Cuenca!

[@amiek9226]

“Ecuadorean Ronald Reagan” 😂 Great video! I loved seeing these 3 towns and their specialties. And all within a (jam packed) day trip from Cuenca! Excellent choices in the jewelry and footwear, Amelia!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@virginiapantoja7702]

I love you guys !! Im from Ecuador / Guayaquil/Manta !! I live in NY and I m preparing to retired to Ecuador !!!♥️🙏

[@sammiesmith6690]

I must visit this town once I return to Ecuador 🇪🇨

[@carolartis2149]

The jewelry was beautiful. And boy I'd like one of those guitars.

[@amywalker7515]

We were in the same jewelry store when we were there in 2019 and got myself some earrings I wear nearly every day. Notice how that store owner trusted you with all those pieces while she attended to another customer. Says a lot about what the nation is like.

[@elizabethpinto4473]

Thank You for bringing so much of my country to the world. I to go back soon. I will be connecting you when the time comes!!!! I miss my beautiful Ecuador!!! Blessings

[@user-xp5qx8wg9x]

Loved this video! You can make this kind of touring video anytime, please ☺ Another great job, you guys are really made for sharing your experiences. Great filming, editing and commentary. Thank you, no click-bait on this channel!!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Gracias!

[@paulcelleri9164]

Thank you both ... Great things about Ecuador, awesome 👍

[@anayepez4121]

I love the earrings you picked Amelia! Lindos aretes! I had no idea how much work it take to make a piece! Our artisans are amazing! I also liked el colibrí! Amazing prices! I am knowing my country through you guys’d! Los miro siempre. Gran trabajo!

[@erika4072]

Cuenca es hermosa. El más favorito de mi Ecuador 💖🥰🤩

[@cindyk3076]

What pretty towns! The jewelry that Ameilia purchased is beautiful, my favorite is the pair of earrings, and how cool to see the manufacturing process.

[@jpsmusicandmore5457]

I cannot wait to come and stay in Cuenca and go to San Bartolome and get a guitar

[@JimmyDew_]

You're drinking agua de frescos. Growing up my mom taught to make that special tea, I had to go to the garden every morning and pick many herbs and flowers. Delicious tea 🍵 😋 thanks for the memories, beautiful places.❤️

[@jwebb3337]

Such beautiful scenery! The silver jewelry was awesome! Great video!

[@freeradical1567]

alright. I’ve missed you guys. My day just brightened!!! I am traveling and had an Ecuadorian assistant at the gate of a flight I was taking and. Is you guys. Wow!!!

[@ellarae6450]

Thank you for showing us the three beautiful places. I need to go to the orchids!

[@ednagil81]

I really enjoyed your videos! I'm planning to retired on Cuenca, ( casita del campo) We love ❤ there, especially that weather, never is hot. Greetings from TEXAS. Love you guys

[@claramera4160]

Wow…..what an opening eye to visit this amazing Cuenca and its surrounding places…Gualaceo and its beauty ….thank you for sharing this virtual tour.

[@eliasullaguari7581]

Que bonito es mi pueblo donde nací lo añoro mucho donde tu e una infancia feliz

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Que chevere! 😊🇪🇨

[@michaelkirby58]

I love this video. Such stunning scenery and the towns are beautiful. I wish I could find mote in the US. It is delicious! Thanks for sharing.

[@tomtaylor3523]

Great video, very beautiful place and people. Makes me want to visit Ecuador.

[@amul7430]

Thanks for the great video on possible day trip plans. Great places close to Cuenca.

[@chinnumol]

Ecuador is very beautiful country. Nice video

[@GaryMiller1973]

Thanks guys for another great video. It’s -4 here in Canada and we are just starting spring. Watching your videos warm us up and I can’t wait to visit beautiful Ecuador. Thanks a bunch for sharing your experiences and for all the great information while my wife and I research retirement destinations.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Brrr 🥶

[@robertzambrano8786]

Good video and a beautiful country ❤️

[@GM-cq6ez]

Those earrings look great on you, Amelia. Although I agree with JP's that a dark background brings out the intricate details of that beautiful jewelry, I rather like the subtle background of your scarf as well. I also would have bought that old lady's herbs.

[@gladysch6894]

Falta dar más promoción y publicidad a nivel internacional , mostrando queen Ecuador hay productos y lugares extraordinarios, y calidad, gracias.

[@gladysch6894]

Babaco y siglalon son frutas únicas y exóticas de Ecuador

[@BruceLeslieMusic]

Another great video! I can't wait to visit these places.

[@gladysch6894]

Todo la naturaleza es relajante y bueno para la salud, Ecuador maravilloso.

[@Gabyenelplaneta]

What a beautiful face skin Amelia, and all the places are wonderful 🫶🏻

[@Vicro777]

You guys are a lot of fun.

[@marjowag8806]

Gracias! Me gusta.

[@Dustin1047]

LOVE this video and these places! Excellent work!

[@jasontito7644]

another pleasant and relaxing video, thank you both

[@juaco42]

I am in Cuenca on Vacation thanks for the information

[@rosaarodriguez9968]

Awwwww my beautiful Ecuador! Thank you for showing it and enjoy it sooo much! You rock!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertcharpentier6852]

You guys are fantastic! Thank you! StocktonRob

[@randomstuff2411]

Amazing enjoy the food and the weather of cuenca so happy for you guys

[@fernandoherranz4095]

That guitar maker/luthier is on my wishlist to visit when we go to Ecuador! So cool! Thanks for sharing your great adventures.

[@galalomas]

Que lindo paseo!

[@RichardVac]

Amazing! Thx for the tour

[@monicadzisiak7291]

Loved your video thank you so much so fortunate you don't to have a reaction to all this new adventure of flowers and plants very interesting as always

[@PierrePlogoff]

Very nice, thank you.

[@hikewithmike4673]

I love this channel I have expats from the opposite side that I work with Ecuadorians that are living in the states great folks!

[@eddieg7855]

Omg sus videos son extraordinary gracias por amar mi bello Ecuador 🇪🇨

[@sharibreyfogle2081]

Thank you!! So much fun to travel"with you"!

[@jorgerenelucero]

You guys are super fun and thank you for showing my city to te world.

[@nellie...]

Beautiful jewelry! Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@DianaSnodgrass0701]

I recognized the song the guitar maker played. It was very very popular in the 1960s. I don't remember who sang it, though.

[@nancytrevino9750]

I can’t wait to go back to Cuenca in January! We are going to spend 2 weeks to make sure I can handle the altitude. I now know what one of our day trips will be! Love these kind of videos. More please!

[@KenEnCuenca]

We're heading to Chortaleg next week. Thanks for the preview.

[@romyenglish]

You guys are awesome

[@lvpoggi1]

I love your videos, thank you for sharing 🙏🏻

[@faustomartinez4138]

Beautiful!!!!

[@cesarbalseca360]

thankyou gays to showing my country....

[@raiz91]

Excellent video Amelia and JP.

[@quito9896]

Very nice video and lots of information 👍 thank you

[@SUPREMMO1320]

Lindo vídeo....gracias

[@j.angelreyes9405]

Great video, thank you.

[@hanslueschen5190]

great video thanks!

[@anayepez4121]

Hey JP, I can tell you have worked hard on the pronunciation of the “r”! You say “Rosario Rosero” and “rosca” just perfectly! Keep up the good job 👍

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Gracias! I wish I could roll my Rs 😭

[@force10jc]

@@AmeliaAndJP Don't feel bad, 4+ years of classroom Spanish for me and I can't roll my R's either.

[@westcoastkitties]

Lol JP is getting into the Latin Lover vibe “Salut Mi Amor “ he says to Emilia lol Love it!!! You guys are awesome!!! Love from Canada 🇨🇦

[@charlestoms8289]

Wonderful

[@anayepez4121]

Hey Amelia, when I saw you order habas y choclos, my mouth got watery! Good choice ! Buen provecho !

[@pamelalueschen1062]

Thanks for the very informative and fun video. Would love everywhere you went, the shoes, filigree, food, would have wanted to go to the orchid house though. Makes me want to visit Cuenca. 🌹😁

[@bobw9297]

Nice day trip

[@PP-ob8zr]

Lol Nice job...luv to see your wife looking at the jewlery....see was in heaven. 😊👍👌

[@ivanhoe6145]

Just buy the whole store for her. She deserves it.

[@williamlane9844]

Another good video

[@LuisVPazmino]

Great video! The three towns are beautiful. Hope you come a next time soon to visit Sígsig and the Chobshi area. Wilson is a great guide. Lots of knowledge and experience!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Gracias!

[@julioalvear1641]

Excellent video! JP you are in the ranks of Hollywood professionals and ofcourse Amelia is the Hollywood star! So nice to learn of Ecuador's rich cultural artistry of hand made guitars and jewelry. JP, you are so sweet in advising Amelia to buy both pendants .... I say that to my wife as well when she is indecisive. Although it's true, the ladies don't need our permission. 😊

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Gracias! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@danrobrish3664]

Thanks for including the kitty at 2:02.

[@PretzelKid]

Excellent vid- sorry I haven't seen many lately -

[@BigTimeZergRush]

Great video :D!

[@patriciadominguez6344]

Hello guys nice video as usual. You guys are eating choclo mote delicious and healthy.

[@lindahehemann7949]

Love the earrings, Amelia!

[@TonyTrupp]

You should totally invent smellovision. That’s a good idea.

[@markphillips1911]

I love to visit the churches and cathedrals in towns when vacationing. Could you please make some brief video forays into the churches of theses towns you visit (if they are worthwhile to show)?

[@pabloorozco2509]

I love this couple and their analysis hahahahahaha 🎉🎉

[@ramjet5192]

The silver hummingbird was my favorite. Just guessing, but here in the US, probably $300

[@clotildepaladines7248]

Soo Beautiful god please

[@luisalbertoonofrezapata1538]

[@henryle1940]

Great video I love them earring looks good on you Amelia JP where you get the hat fro I like it

[@EddieMurdy-wv6nu]

Hi my name is Eddie and I'm coming to Cuenca this winter to stay for three months and I am a guitar teacher. Maybe while I'm there I can give you some pointers.

[@anayepez4121]

Hmmmm, I don’t see the choice to give this video a thousand likes. At least!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Gracias! 😊

[@juanbawa6605]

¡Que bonitos aretes Amelia! ¿JP no se compró nada?

[@amimaneracookingmore7764]

💙💙💙💙💙