Ecuador, The full nameRepublic of EcuadorIs one located atSouth AmericaA country in the northwest, north andColombiaAdjacent to southPeru, West Coast Pacific, andChileSame as South America but not withBrazilNeighboring countries have jurisdiction over 1,000 kilometers away from Ecuador’s mainlandGalapagos Islands。
Ecuador seceded on August 10, 1809SpainThe rule of independence and the founding of the country. Because the equator traverses the border of Ecuador, and in Spanish, Ecuador means the equator, so the country has the nickname "Equator country", or because it is rich in bananas, it is also called "the country of bananas." . capitalQuitoLocated on the foothills of the Pichincha Volcano, at an altitude of 2,850 meters, making the city the second highest capital in the world (afterBoliviacapitalLa Paz). It is a member of the Association of South American Nations.
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Amazon area |
Andes Plateau |
Coastal lowlands |
Galapagos Islands The isolated archipelago is world-renowned for its unique wildlife and Darwinian evolutionary studies. |
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- Quito -The second highest capital in the world, with a well-preserved colonial center. The local weather is generally all year round, and it is relatively unpredictable and changes quickly.
- Ambato -The central city of Ecuador. Special celebrations during the carnival.
- Banos -An adventure capital of Ecuador, located at the foot of the volcano Tungurahua, is an active volcano with small eruptions of ash and lava. Its name also implies many hot springs and mineral baths.
- Cuenca -The third largest city in Ecuador, listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Guayaquil -The country's largest city and largest port city.
- Ibarra -A city of 100,000 inhabitants between Quito and the northern border.
- Loha -The oldest colonial city.
- Otavalo -A small town located an hour and a half north of the capital; famous for its Saturday native crafts and livestock market.
- Riovana -The famous train follows the starting point of Nariz del Diablo to the highest peak in Ecuador-Chimborazo Mountain
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