Ecuador before you go: locating Quito and planning thoughtfully
A first compass for finding your bearings in Ecuador and understanding which basic information is useful—and which details are best confirmed—before planning your trip.
Read guide →Quito is Ecuador’s capital, in Pichincha Province. Available information establishes its role as a national reference point but does not describe neighbourhoods, sights or local connections.
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