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The Galapagos Islands in Ecuador
Ecuador is a country of incredible bio-diversity and wildlife lovers and adventure holiday junkies flock to this small South American nation. The Galapagos Islands are only one example of its many important ecosystems.

This Andean country is also home to the world's highest active volcano - Cotopaxi - and historic colonial cities such as Quito, Cuenca and Loja. The Pacific Ocean coastline boasts popular beaches such Esmeraldas and Bahia de Caraquez.

Ecuador Essential Information

Capital - Quito
Other major towns Cuenca, Banos, Loja, Sucumbios
Time Zone - GMT - 5
Languages - Spanish is the official language with Amerindian languages such as Quechua also spoken.
Ecuador currency - Ecuador uses the Sucre. £1 buys around 49,520 ECS. For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc.

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