Otavalo is a town in the Andean highlands in the Imbabura Province of northern Ecuador. It’s surrounded by volcanoes including the Imbabura Volcano.

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Ecuador is one of the countries that don't require children to obtain an education. ... Consequently, lack of education is one of the main causes of poverty in Ecuador. More than 60 percent of the population lives near the poverty line. Because of this, child labor is one of the main sources of income for many of families.

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Location: Otavalo, Ecuador
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