The Country ofEcuador, which straddles the equator from which it takes its name, is one of the representative democratic countries in Latin America. The capital de Ecuador, Quito, was declared by UNESCO as a world heritage for having well-preserved and least altered the historical roots of Latin culture. The largest city of Ecuador Country is Guayaquil situated in Guayas Province. The province of Cotopaxi, which is just south of Quito, features one of the worldÕs highest active volcanoes.

Ecuador Country consists of three major geographic regions: La Costa (the coast) - comprising the low-lying land in the western part including the Pacific coastline; La Sierra (the highlands) - the high-altitude belt running north-south along the center of the country and the mountainous terrain dominated by the Andes; and La Amazonia - comprising the Amazon rainforest areas in the eastern part; and an insular region in the Pacific Ocean which comprises the Galapagos Islands.

A disproportionate number of natural wonders squeeze inside Ecuador Country's borders, including the Amazon rainforest and the Andes Mountains, both full of extreme adventures and even luxury lodges on extreme terrain. Capital city Quito is a high point, while back at sea level, boats bound for the Galapagos Islands push off from Ecuador's Pacific Coast.

Ecuador Country can offer you a lot of attractions and activities for your absolute enjoyment and relaxation. It has an unbelievable amount of parties especially during Ecuador Holidays wherein Ecuador religion plays a major role. One of the biggest parties in Ecuador - The Mama Negra, is a celebration in Latancunga. This provincial capital is filled with people, parades and colors. This party has been described as the Mardi Gras of Ecuador, and it certainly earns that title.

One of the most attractive qualities of the Ecuadorian Andes is their native markets. Besides the warm atmosphere, the bustling sounds and smells and the wonderful colors of these markets, locals sell everything from fresh fruit to rain-sticks. There are markets, which specialize in produce, like Saquisili, and there are others focusing on clothing and gifts, like Otavalo. No matter which market you decide to go to, you will be awed by the life that fills the air there, and by the things you'll see.

Some breathtaking national parks can be seen in Ecuador Country, fact is that the whole country should be one big national park. One can also enjoy the diving in one of the most diverse dive sites in the world - the Galapagos Islands - and trekking in one of the world's most captivating rainforest Ð the Amazon.

Truly, the Country of Ecuador can offer a very diverse and relaxing treat full of cultural and natural feast. Even though it is the smallest country in the whole of South America, it is big in warmth and enjoyment with its forests and the great number of Ecuador beach resorts.

For further information, the Ecuador Country Code is 593.