Ecuador - Wikipedia
WEBEcuador, [a] officially the Republic of Ecuador, [b] is a country in northwestern South America, bordered by Colombia on the north, Peru on the east and south, and the Pacific Ocean on the west. It also includes the Galápagos Islands in the Pacific, about 1,000 kilometers (621 mi) west of the mainland.
Ecuador | History, Flag, Capital, Map, Currency, Population, …
WEB2 days ago — Ecuador, country of northwestern South America. Ecuador is one of the most environmentally diverse countries in the world, and it has contributed notably to the environmental sciences. The first scientific expedition to measure the circumference of Earth, led by Charles-Marie de La Condamine of France, was based in …
13 things to know before going to Ecuador - Lonely Planet
WEBOct 7, 2023 — With four geographic regions squeezed into a compact 283,561 sq km (109,484 sq miles), Ecuador caters to all kinds of travelers. These insider tips, with important info on health, safety and etiquette, can help you plan, pack and prepare for your trip to Ecuador and the Galápagos.
8 of the best places to visit in Ecuador - Lonely Planet
WEBJan 3, 2022 — Ecuador offers no shortage of places to visit and activities to enjoy across four natural regions — the Amazon rainforest, the Andean highlands, the Pacific coast, and the Galápagos archipelago.
Ecuador - The World Factbook
WEBSep 4, 2024 — Introduction. Background. What is now Ecuador formed part of the northern Inca Empire until the Spanish conquest in 1533. Quito -- the traditional name for the area -- became a seat of Spanish colonial government in 1563 and part of the Viceroyalty of New Granada in 1717.
Ecuador country profile - BBC News
WEBJan 15, 2024 — Provides an overview of Ecuador, including key events and facts about this South American country.
Ecuador Travel Guide - Ecuador.com
WEBPlan your vacation around Ecuador and explore the Galapagos Islands. Know more about the destinations, things to do, attractions, trips, and islands travel guide.
Ecuador Factsheet - The World Factbook
WEBSep 4, 2024 — Background. The region known today as Ecuador was a Spanish colony until 1822 and became an independent republic in 1830. Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territory in conflicts with its neighbors. The country has been politically unstable for much of its recent history, with 20 constitutions since gaining independence.
Ecuador travel - Lonely Planet | South America
WEBPostcard-pretty town centers, waves splashing white-sand beaches, Kichwa villages, Amazonian rainforest and the breathtaking Andes: a dazzling array of wonders is squeezed into compact Ecuador.
Ecuador Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBFeb 25, 2021 — Ecuador is a country located on the northwestern edge of South America. It sits directly on the Equator and is subsequently positioned in the northern, southern and western hemispheres of the Earth. Ecuador is bordered by Colombia to the north, by Peru to the south and east, and by the Pacific Ocean to the west.