Matices de Samborondón
Sector Aguamarina
Manzana 1, Villa 18 Guayaquil- Ecuador
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Ecuador is a magical country. Rich in culture and colorful traditions,
Ecuador is home to scenery of a dazzling nature.
Located in
northwestern South America, Ecuador offers splendid natural treasures,
such as the Galapagos Islands, the exotic Amazon Rain Forest and magnificent
volcanoes such as Chimborazo and Cotopaxi.
Ecuador is
one of the countries with highest biodiversity in the world in relationship
with its size. When you travel to Ecuador, you will meet warm and gentle
people.
It is an
extraordinary destination full of adventure, diversity, gastronomy,
art, and a unique contact with ancestral cultures and nature. Ecuador
is a country with a happy and generous spirit.
The
Galapagos Islands lie almost a thousand kilometers off the coast
of Ecuador’s mainland. Biologically diverse, they are one of the planet’s
natural paradises and one of the most visited national parks in the
world. The flora and fauna you’ll find here are truly unique.
Here, you’ll
see unending beaches of marble white sand such as those of Tortuga Bay,
tunnels of lava, spectacular diving areas, and a marine reserve, not
to mention the prehistoric animals and colorful birds you’ll get a chance
to observe.
There are
thirteen main islands that make up the archipelago.
The Ecuadorian coast’s climate varies from hot and dry in the
north to hot and humid in the south. Several national parks such as
Machalilla and Manglares- Churute provide endless opportunities for
eco- adventurers.
Guayaquil,
Ecuador's principal port, makes getting to Ecuador's beaches easy, quick,
and affordable.
Moreover,
with a well-developed tourist infrastructure, all of Ecuador's beautiful
beaches offer a tropical paradise.
The Ecuadorian Northern Andes are known worldwide for their impressive
mountains, volcanoes, and snow-capped peaks, some of the most famous
of which are Cotopaxi and Chimborazo.
Our Andean
provinces are also home to cities and towns of historical interest and
importance such as Quito and Cuenca and artisan centers such as Otavalo.
The area is
also home to several national parks with an abundant variety of flora
and fauna. Because of the diverse geography of the area, the Andes consists
of a variety of landscapes, each one with a unique microclimate.
The
Ecuadorian Southern Andes.
The oldest archaeological ruins are to be found in this region. The
area is also home to several villages full of handicrafts as well as
to a variety of protected areas, national parks, and nature reserves.
Cuenca stands
out as a historical and cultural city. This part of the country is also
known for its hot springs and the traditional medicines which are used
here. The climate differs according to the altitude. However, in general,
the weather here is relatively cool.
The Amazon Rainforest. In the eastern part of the country, commonly
known as the Amazon Basin, heavy rainfall and high humidity are constant
features.
The vegetation
of the Ecuadorian Amazon is exuberant as is its fauna.
Within and
around the huge protected areas of the Amazon Rain Forest several indigenous
ethnic groups live side by side, still living traditionally, each group
maintaining its distinct customs and traditions.
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Ecuadorian
Ministry of Tourism
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