After living in South America for 7 years, there's just one region I always recommend to first-time visitors

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captionTKKirstynn JosephI spent years living in Ecuador and exploring the country, from the cities to the Galápagos Islands. Many visitors skip over the Andean Highlands, but I think it's the best region to visit. This area is home to lots of history, gorgeous landscapes, and great food.