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:: SUCUMBIOS
:: LAGO AGRIO ::
The official name of Lago Agrio is "Nueva Loja" and it´s
the capital of the province of Sucumbíos and is the border
with Colombia..
The name Lago Agrio comes from
the first oil company Sour Lake which exploited the crude
reserves in the Ecuadorian jungle.
Lago Agrio has about 26,000 habitants and is a
base point to access the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve.
Besides being an oil town usually frequented by oil workers
from the oil companies, it also well known for the existence
of a lot of bars, discos, hotels and restaurants.
Like on every where of Ecuador you can find everything
you need. The main street is called Avenida Quito.
Because of these conditions the natural flora and fauna
around Lago Agrio is destroyed.
The presence of the oil industry in the Amazonas affected
enormously to the life styles of the indigenous population
forcing them to move out in other places.
The most important native communities from this region
are: The Secoya, Cofan, and Siona Indians.
Occasionally you´ll see them wearing their traditional
dresses when they come to town for some food supplies.
Volunteer placements:
* Teaching English in amazonas community´s schools
* Daycare centers
* Community Health
* Reforestation
Internships:
* Photography
* Documentary film
Projects: (3 projects)
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