Ecuador

Ecuador is a South American country that stretches along the equator and is bordered by Colombia to the north, Peru to the east and south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. The capital is Quito. With a diverse landscape that includes the Andes, the Amazon rainforest and the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador offers rich natural diversity. The country's economy relies on oil production, agriculture and tourism. Ecuador has a diverse culture marked by indigenous influences and a turbulent history that stretches from Spanish colonial rule to independence in the 19th century.