Meet the last iceman of the Chimborazo

in adventure •  7 years ago  (edited)

I was welcomed to the city's museum in Guano Chimborazo by Baltazar Ushca, the last "Iceman" of the Chimborazo! He is indeed an example of hard work.

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At age 15 he learned from his father the art of ice-minding. For him this was a task that combines physical and spiritual work. Baltazar would ask permission and protection from the volcano before starting his work removing ice.

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If you stop in Guano, visit the city's museum for a chance to meet him and learn more about Chimborazo and meet

To read more about Chimborazo and Ecuador, visit: www.visitecuadorandsouthamerica.com

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