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Quito • America/Guayaquil

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Country Information

Capital
Quito
Population
10,122,489
Area
283,561 km²
Largest City
Quito
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
EC / ECU
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
Spanish
Currency
US Dollar ($) - $100
Coordinates
Decimal:-0.2298, -78.5250
DMS:0°13′47″S, 78°31′30″W
Elevation
Highest:6,267 m
Lowest:0 m
Average:3,134 m
International Dialing Code
+593

Time Zones

• America/Guayaquil| ECT (UTC-5)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Esmeraldas
Southernmost
Loja
Easternmost
Tulcán
Westernmost
La Libertad

About Ecuador

Ecuador is renowned for its rich biodiversity, being home to the Galápagos Islands, which inspired Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.
The country has a diverse cultural heritage influenced by Indigenous, Spanish, and African traditions.
Ecuador was the first country to recognize the rights of nature in its constitution, which was adopted in 2008.
The Andes mountain range runs through Ecuador, providing stunning landscapes and a variety of climates.
Ecuador is famous for its production of high-quality chocolate, with unique flavor profiles attributed to its native cacao varieties.
The traditional dance known as the 'Sikuri' is performed in various regions of Ecuador, often accompanied by pan flutes.
Ecuador has a significant Indigenous population, with over a dozen distinct groups, each with their own language and customs.
The country celebrates various festivals, such as Inti Raymi, which honors the Incan sun god and marks the winter solstice.
Ecuador is one of the world's leading exporters of bananas, with the fruit being a major component of its economy.
Spanish is the official language of Ecuador, but many Indigenous languages, such as Quechua and Shuar, are also spoken.
The historic center of Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known for its well-preserved colonial architecture.
Ecuador has a rich tradition of artisan crafts, including colorful textiles and intricate pottery.
The country is home to the Amazon rainforest, which hosts a vast array of wildlife and Indigenous communities.
Ecuador was the first country in South America to gain independence from Spanish colonial rule in 1820.
The 'Ecuadorian ceviche' is a popular dish that differs from its Peruvian counterpart, often incorporating shrimp and citrus flavors.

Cities in Ecuador

Showing 10 cities (top 50 by population + business hubs). Click any city to view detailed time information.

Cities by Population

QuitoGuayaquilCuencaSanto Domingo de los ColoradosAmbatoPortoviejoEloy AlfaroMachalaLojaMantaRiobambaIbarraEsmeraldasQuevedoLatacungaDauleMilagro

Cities in Ecuador

Columns50 cities
City Name
Population
Area
City Center Elevation
Time Zone
UTC Offset
QuitoCAPITAL
2,781,641
372.4 km²
2,850 m
ECT
UTC-5
2,723,665
1,362 km²
11 m
ECT
UTC-5
636,996
318 km²
2,528 m
ECT
UTC-5
458,580
229 km²
552 m
ECT
UTC-5
387,309
194 km²
2,601 m
ECT
UTC-5
321,800
161 km²
49 m
ECT
UTC-5
315,724
158 km²
10 m
ECT
UTC-5
289,141
145 km²
11 m
ECT
UTC-5
274,112
137 km²
2,062 m
ECT
UTC-5
264,281
132 km²
36 m
ECT
UTC-5
264,048
132 km²
2,772 m
ECT
UTC-5
221,149
111 km²
2,211 m
ECT
UTC-5
218,727
109 km²
15 m
ECT
UTC-5
213,842
107 km²
51 m
ECT
UTC-5
205,624
103 km²
2,770 m
ECT
UTC-5
173,684
87 km²
8 m
ECT
UTC-5
133,508
67 km²
10 m
ECT
UTC-5
86,498
43 km²
2,964 m
ECT
UTC-5
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