Otavalo and the surrounding villages are famous for their textiles and handicrafts, which are on proud display at the colourful market held each Saturday in the central 'Poncho Plaza'. Here you will find woollen goods such as blankets, scarves, sweaters, tapestries, ponchos and gloves, plus embroidered wares including blouses, shirts, shawls, string bags and rope sandals. Leatherwork comes from the nearby village of Cotacachi and woodcarvings from San Antonio de Ibarra. Make your Ecuador tour memorable by staying in a local hacienda, a colonial farming estate turned into a beautiful, secluded hotel with period decor and local home grown produce.