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Ecuador Travel Wiki

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Travel to Ecuador

Located in South America, Ecuador is named after its equatorial location. The official name of the country, the Republica del Ecuador, translates to the “Republic of the Equator.”

The primary highlight of a visit to Ecuador is a visit to the Galapagos Islands. They are about 1,000 kilometers away from the mainland and have a vast array of endemic species that are quite unique in the world. Be sure to take advantage of the tours available within Galapagos National Park and the Galapagos Marine Reserve during your excursion.

You’ll also want to add Maquipucuna to your list of things to do during your stay. This pristine rainforest is close to Quito and is a cloud forest reserve. It is one of the best places to spot an Andean bear in the wild and you’ll find numerous birdwatching opportunities in the award-winning space where life is harmonious with the forest.

For those who love to surf, Montanita is the place you’ll want to visit. This coastal community is quite small, it offers one of the best beaches in the region and the waves almost always seem ready for some fun. Various other marine sports, such as diving and windsurfing, are also available. You can also head to Salinas to enjoy some time in the sun, then choose to end the day at a small ocean-front café.

From a jungle town like Puyo to the world-class beach of Esmeraldas, you’ll find that Ecuador offers holiday opportunities in great abundance. Make your way here and you can plan an active and relaxing adventure.

A visit to Galapagos Islands ?

Galapagos Islands are one of the most beautiful places to visit. The Galapagos Islands has some of the most stunning islands and so much wildlife that you will not be able to get enough of this great place. There are 15 islands to visit in this wonderful travel vacation. To explore these islands, you go by water. You can go on cruises or go by boat to different islands. The views you will see in the Galapagos Islands are something you will want to make sure you have a camera along. The different shapes of rocks and the terrain are unique. In addition the animals that call the Galapagos home include some very rare species that are not known to live any place else on earth, except for occasionally at a zoo. This is a chance to see this wildlife up close and personal in their habitat.

Galapagos Islands have such wonderful views of different historical locations. As you travel from one island to another, you will learn about the history of each one since they are all different.

In the Galapagos Islands, the wildlife is one of the most popular things to view on your trip. For reptiles, they have everything from land reptiles to water reptiles. They also have a variety of turtles and lizards. The most popular are the Galapagos Tortoises, which have been featured on television shows and magazine articles. For the mammals, they have everything that range from sea lions, humpback whales, sperm whales, killer whales, bottle nosed dolphins, and the common dolphin. The Galapagos Islands also have over a dozen different kinds of land and sea birds for you to enjoy on your visit as well. The most popular attraction while visiting the Galapagos Islands is the wildlife that calls this area home. The wildlife here is some of the most amazing wildlife you will ever see. So make sure to grab your camera to capture wonderful and amazing pictures of these fascinating creatures. Each island has a variety of different animals. There are some animals on the islands that are not afraid of humans and you do not need to be afraid of them either.

You can enjoy sun tanning on any of the Galapagos Islands. Make sure to use good use sunscreen, as it can get pretty hot wherever you may be. The beaches sometimes might be covered in seals getting their sun bathing done for the day. So make sure to be nice and share with them. You can also enjoying a bit of snorkeling in the oceans and see more creatures under the sea. They also offer great hiking spots for you and the family to take and see more of the beautiful islands and of course more wildlife. The wonderful cruise ships you can take to these islands are serve breakfast, lunch and dinner daily to their guests.

So not only are you taking a cruise, but also visiting the wonderful Galapagos Islands and taking in everything it has to offer such as the animals, the history behind the islands and also the wonderful scenery.

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Quito, capital of Ecuador

Quito Travel Wiki Travel to Quito Located almost 2,900m above sea level, Quito is one of the highest capital cities in the world. It lies on the eastern slopes of Pichincha, which is an active volcano in the Andes Mountains. A visit here will take you to one of the best-preserved colonial cities that South American currently offers. Quito, along with Krakow, were the first two world heritage sites declared by UNESCO in 1978. The city center has 130 monumental buildings, hosting religious...
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San Antonio de Pichincha

San Antonio de Pichincha Travel Wiki Travel to San Antonio de Pichincha San Antonio de Pichincha lies in an area of Ecuador that is means “plain of fruit” in the native Quechua language. You’ll find this small community just to the east of Casitagua and southeast of Pululahua. When visiting this city, you’ll find the main attraction is the Ciudad Mitad del Mundo. This monument is built to honor the equator and a theme park has been built around the area. You’ll...

Travel resources

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Biggest City Ecuador

Facts about Ecuador, Biggest city What are the name of the biggest city Ecuador, and how big are city by population. Easy overview of the informations in the sortable table below. Please note that the informations comes from various sources,if you are using the informations professional you should get confirmation that the figures are actual. Last update august 2017
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Discover Ecuador By Train

Ecuador by Train Train trip from Guayaquil to Quito in a very interesting TV program from DW TV The train line through Ecuador is considered one of the most spectacular train lines in South America. A train journey of discovery. The Trans-Andean railroad takes in the infamous Nariz del Diablo, or Devil’s Nose, a mountain with almost perpendicular walls. To overcome this obstacle, the train zigzags to ascend 500 meters in less than 12 kilometers. With steep ascents and descents, it’s...

Ecuador Holidays

Ecuador Public Holidays See the calendars for national Ecuador holidays year by year. Find and just click on the year you for which you need more information about Ecuador holidays, and the calendar for the year will open. When is the non working days for the year. Public / national days, see the calendar for the country here.
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Geography and facts, Ecuador

Ecuador, geography and facts explained Geograhy, facts, local customs and foodie guide. All explained in videos 8 to 15 minutes, very good, informative and funny videos that will ensure you see the videos to the end. The videos are produced by Geography now, thanks for the videos and keep up the good work. Vacation in Ecuador Tropical forests, pristine beaches, and vibrant culture fill the Republic of the Equator to the brim. The nation’s tropical orientation and lush landscape make for one of the...
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National Tourist Information Ecuador

Traveladvisor in Ecuador: Are you going on a vacation you can get lots of free and professional help, traveladvice and information from the National Tourism Organisation. Discover the country and the cities getting the most out of your vacation with the professional help from the people who knows their country and their culture the best. Ecuador Tourism Authority WEBSITE FACEBOOK TWITTER YOUTUBE FLICKR PINTEREST INSTAGRAM Discover Ecuador Located in the Andeas, Ecuador is a land of intrigue for travelers. Travel to Ecuador and you can trek the Amazon, climb volcanoes,...

Official holidays

When are holidays and no working days in the country ?

DateEnglishSpanish
January 1New Year's DayAño Nuevo
VariableCarnivalCarnaval
VariableCarnivalCarnaval
VariableGood FridayViernes Santo
May 1International Workers' DayDía del Trabajo
May 24The Battle of PichinchaBatalla de Pichincha
August 10Independence of QuitoPrimer Grito de Independencia
October 9Independence of GuayaquilIndependencia de Guayaquil
November 2All Souls' DayDía de los Difuntos, Día de Muertos
November 3Independence of CuencaIndependencia de Cuenca
December 25Christmas DayDía de Navidad
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Which are the largest cities ?

Listing of the most important and largest cities in the country

RankCityPopRegion
1Guayaquil2,278,691Guayas
2Quito1,607,734Pichincha
3Cuenca329,928Azuay
4Santo Domingo270,875Santo Domingo
5Machala231,260El Oro
6Durán230,839Guayas
7Manta217,553Manabí
8Portoviejo206,682Manabí
9Loja170,280Loja
10Ambato165,185Tungurahua