Ecuador
Geographical & General info
- Capital: Quito
- Population: approx. 18.0 million
- Languages: Spanish, Kichwa, Shuar
- Area: 283,561 km²
- Time Zone: UTC-5 (ECT), Galápagos: UTC-6 (GALT)
- Currency: United States dollar (USD)
- Flag colors: Yellow, blue, red
- National Day: August 10 (Independence Day)
- National Anthem: Salve, Oh Patria
- Neighboring countries: Colombia, Peru
Top 15 Largest cities
- Guayaquil
- Quito
- Cuenca
- Santo Domingo
- Machala
- Durán
- Manta
- Portoviejo
- Ambato
- Riobamba
- Loja
- Esmeraldas
- Quevedo
- Ibarra
- Milagro
Top 15 Attractions
- Galápagos Islands
- Quito Historic Center
- Cotopaxi Volcano & National Park
- Quilotoa Crater Lake
- Cuenca Colonial Center
- Baños de Agua Santa
- Otavalo Indigenous Market
- Chimborazo Volcano
- Cajas National Park
- Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World Monument)
- Yasuní National Park (Amazon Basin)
- Montañita
- Puerto López & Isla de la Plata
- Vilcabamba Valley
- Mindo Cloud Forest
Climate and Nature
Ecuador presents remarkable geographical diversity across four distinct regions: the Pacific Coast, Andean Highlands, Amazon Rainforest, and the volcanic Galápagos Archipelago. Climates range from tropical conditions along coasts to temperate and alpine environments in the Andes.
Culture and Gastronomy
Ecuadorian culture blends indigenous heritage with Spanish colonial influences, showcased through colorful artisan markets and ancestral traditions. Culinary regional specialties range from coastal 'Ceviche' and seafood stews to Andean potato soups ('Locro de Papa') and roasted 'Cuy'.
Economy
Ecuador's economy depends significantly on petroleum production and exports. Additionally, the country is a global leader in exporting bananas, cultivated shrimp, fine aroma cacao, cut roses, and eco-tourism experiences.
Did you know?
- The peak of Mount Chimborazo is the closest point on Earth's surface to the sun, owing to the equatorial bulge of the planet?
- The world-famous 'Panama hat' actually originated in Ecuador, where it is hand-woven using fine toquilla straw?
- Ecuador became the first country in the world to recognize Rights of Nature in its national constitution in 2008?
- The unique wildlife of the Galápagos Islands served as the foundational inspiration for Charles Darwin's Theory of Evolution?
- Quito, sitting at 2,850 meters above sea level, is the highest official national capital in the world?
Live footage: Discover Ecuador via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Ecuador and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Ecuador: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Ecuador: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Ecuador in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
