Ecuador is a country in South America, South America with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Ecuador that most people don't know.
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.
Ecuador is the most biodiverse country per square kilometre on Earth.
The Galápagos Islands inspired Darwin's theory of evolution.
Ecuador is the world's largest banana exporter.
Quito is the second highest capital city in the world at 2,850m.
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.
Ecuador is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
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
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.
The capital of Ecuador is Quito.
Ecuador has a population of approximately 18.0M.
The official language of Ecuador is Spanish.
Ecuador gained independence in 1822.
Ecuador uses the US Dollar (USD).