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1. Ecuador - Wikipedia
Link: https://en.wikipedia.org:443/wiki/Ecuador
Description: WebEcuador, officially the Republic of Ecuador, 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. Ecuador also includes the Galápagos Islands in the Pacific, about 1,000 kilometers (621 mi) west of the mainland.
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2. Ecuador | History, Flag, Capital, Map, Currency ... - Britannica
Link: https://www.britannica.com:443/place/Ecuador
Description: 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 Ecuador.
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3. 11 best places to visit in Ecuador - Lonely Planet
Link: https://www.lonelyplanet.com:443/articles/best-places-to-visit-in-ecuador
Description: WebSep 24, 2023 · 1. Quito. Best city for living the Andean highlife. Strewn across a mountain valley and surrounded by volcanoes, Quito is quite the spectacle. The Ecuadorian capital is a fascinating melange of cultures and a living museum of Spanish-era architecture. For the full panorama, take the TelefériQo gondola up the Pichincha volcano.
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4. Ecuador - The World Factbook
Link: https://www.cia.gov:443/the-world-factbook/countries/ecuador/
Description: WebEcuador - The World Factbook. Explore All Countries. Ecuador. South America. Page last updated: April 10, 2024. Photos of Ecuador. view 98 photos. Introduction. Background. What is now Ecuador formed part of the northern …
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5. Ecuador country profile - BBC News
Link: https://www.bbc.com:443/news/world-latin-america-19331501
Description: WebJan 15, 2024 · Population: 17.2 million. Languages: Spanish, Kichwa, Shuar plus others. Life expectancy: 74 years (men) 80 years (women) LEADERS. President: Daniel Noboa. Getty Images.
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6. History of Ecuador | Summary, Facts, Flag, & Map | Britannica
Link: https://www.britannica.com:443/topic/history-of-Ecuador
Description: Webhistory of Ecuador, a survey of important events and people in the history of Ecuador from the time of the Inca empire. Located in northwestern South America, Ecuador is one of the most environmentally diverse countries in the world, and it has contributed significantly to the environmental sciences.
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7. 16 best things to do in Ecuador - Lonely Planet
Link: https://www.lonelyplanet.com:443/articles/top-things-to-do-in-ecuador
Description: WebSep 27, 2023 · 1. Marvel at the wildlife of the Galápagos Islands. If we’re talking must-dos, going wildlife watching in the Galápagos Islands sits at the top of the list for many visitors to Ecuador.
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8. Ecuador travel - Lonely Planet | South America
Link: https://www.lonelyplanet.com:443/ecuador
Description: WebEcuador. South America. Check out this year's Best in Travel winners. Postcard-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. Best Time to Visit. Best Places to Visit. Leave the planning to a local expert.
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9. Ecuador – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Link: https://en.wikivoyage.org:443/wiki/Ecuador
Description: WebOct 12, 2023 · Ecuador is a country on the Equator in northwestern South America. Several places in the country have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Galapagos Islands and the cities of Quito and Cuenca, which lie in the Andes that run from north to south through the country.
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10. Ecuador - The World Factbook
Link: https://www.cia.gov:443/the-world-factbook/countries/ecuador/summaries
Description: WebEcuador was a successor country following the collapse of Gran Colombia 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. Geography. Area. total: 283,561 sq km. land: 276,841 sq km.