Ecuador
Ecuador is a country in South America, South America. Its capital is Quito, with a population of approximately 18.0M and a total area of 283,561 km². The official language is Spanish and the currency is the US Dollar (USD).
📊 Quick Facts about Ecuador
Ecuador covers an area of 283,561 km² with a population density of 63/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $115B ($6,389 per capita) and gained independence in 1822. It has a coastline of 2,237 km.
Ecuador is the most biodiverse country per square kilometre on Earth, housing 10% of all plant species. The Galápagos Islands, 1,000km offshore, inspired Darwin's theory of evolution and remain one of the world's greatest natural laboratories.
✈️ Travel Information for Ecuador
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🏛 Must-See Places in Ecuador
UNESCO living museum of evolution, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies
UNESCO best-preserved historic centre in Latin America, Baroque churches and colonial plazas
A dramatic corridor of 10 volcanoes including Cotopaxi, the world's highest active volcano
One of the most biodiverse places on Earth, Yasuní National Park in the Ecuadorian Amazon
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Ecuador
What is the capital of Ecuador?
The capital of Ecuador is Quito.
What continent is Ecuador in?
Ecuador is located in South America, in the South America region.
What currency does Ecuador use?
Ecuador uses the US Dollar (USD). The international calling code is +593.
What is the GDP of Ecuador?
Ecuador has a GDP of $115B, with a GDP per capita of $6,389.
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