Geography
Ecuador is in South America, South America. Its listed coordinates are -2, -77.5; it has Colombia, Peru.
Neighboring countries: Colombia, Peru
South America
Ecuador
Ecuador is a country in South America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Quito
- Continent
- South America
- Region
- South America
- Population
- 18.1 million
- Area
- 276,841 km²
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD)
- Official language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +593
- Internet TLD
- .ec
- Time zone
- UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00
Ecuador map preview: -2.00, -77.50
People and Culture
Ecuador uses Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Ecuador varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Ecuador is recorded with the official name Republic of Ecuador. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Quito
- South America cultural and historic sites
- South America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Quito
- Time zone data: UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Ecuador is grouped under South America.
- Ecuador has a listed area of 276,841 km².
- Ecuador is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Ecuador
What is the capital of Ecuador?
The capital of Ecuador is Quito.
What continent is Ecuador in?
Ecuador is in South America.
What currency does Ecuador use?
Ecuador uses the United States dollar.
What language is spoken in Ecuador?
Spanish is listed for Ecuador in this database.