El Lechero is a viewpoint, whose tree at the top of the hill is considered sacred. Although unknown to many people, this quiet place offers magnificent views of its surroundings. Located in Otavalo, Ecuador, near the Condor Park. El Lechero, the sacred tree of Otavalo, is part of local mythology, which is believed to house the soul of a cursed lover, who fell in love with a boy from a rival family. And then it was converted into the nearby San Pablo Lake.
From the El Lechero viewpoint, you can see the San Pablo lake, the Fuya Fuya mountains, the Cotacachi volcanoes, Imbabura and a great view of the city of Otavalo. The place where the tree is is considered by the locals as a sacred area with healing power. There are indigenous Otavaleños who perform many purification rituals and spiritual ceremonies.
El Lechero is a place of public access where in addition to taking beautiful photos you can make picnics. To get to the place, you must take a steep walk of around 5 km or rent a taxi for approximately $ 4, each way, from Otavalo. There is no transportation at the top. Ask the driver to wait, if he doesn't want to walk back.
