Baños
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Introduction
Baños is a popular tourist destination on the eastern side of the Andes. What Baños is mainly known for its stunning hot springs and mountain views. Although there is much more to enjoy in Baños, such as biking, hiking and stunning cloud forests. Baños is a great place to spend a couple days relaxing and letting your bones have a rest. Just remember that there are several active volcanos nearby that make the water hot but can also cause earthquakes and eruptions.
Warnings
There have been reports in the past about violent robberies in Baños, especially around the mirador (viewing point) on the mountain slopes west of town. According to the reports, a small gang robbed Western tourists of their passports, later to offer them back in return for a finders fee. The current safety situation is unknown, but it is recommended to avoid visiting the mirador in the evening or on your own.
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