Information for Travelers
Ecuador is a country on the west coast of South America and is located on the equator.
Bordering
Colombia,
Peru and the Pacific Ocean on the continent's west coast, this beautiful country attracts tourists from around the world for a multitude of reasons.
The diverse landscape includes the Amazon jungle, the Andean plateau and the Galapagos Islands with a diverse fauna.
Ecuador's lush and ecologically important forests are a big draw, while wildlife watchers also gravitate towards its famous Galapagos Islands.
In Ecuador, you'll find a wide variety of indigenous cultures, colonial architecture, scenic landscapes and dense rainforests.
For outdoor sports enthusiasts, there are plenty of climbing and trekking adventures to take part in.
Ecuador's pristine tropical beaches are widely considered to be among the best and least spoiled in the world.
Ecuador is one of the most fascinating nations in South America.
Culture
Once part of the Inca Empire and later the Spanish Empire, Ecuador still exhibits many influences from both groups.
The capital Quito is at the foot of the Andes Mountains, at an altitude of 2,850 m.
The city is known for its virtually intact center from the Spanish colonial era, with magnificent 16th and 17th century palaces and religious sites such as the magnificent Compañía de Church Jesus.
Much of the capital's splendid colonial architecture has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Read about Ecuador in Wikipedia
Current time in Ecuador with seconds according to the official atomic clock.
