Ecuador: flag, capital, currency and history

Flag of Ecuador

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History of Ecuador

Indigenous peoples lived in the Andean highlands and coast for millennia before the Inca expanded into the region in the late 15th century. Spanish forces arrived in the 1530s and founded Quito in 1534, and the territory later formed the Royal Audiencia of Quito. Independence movements began in 1809, and the Battle of Pichincha in 1822 secured freedom from Spain. Ecuador joined Gran Colombia and became a separate republic in 1830. A long border dispute with Peru was settled by a peace agreement in 1998. The Galapagos Islands are part of Ecuador.

Key dates

1. Late 15th centuryThe Inca Empire expands into the region.
2. 1534Spanish settlers found the city of Quito.
3. 1809Quito's first call for independence from Spain is made.
4. 1822Victory at the Battle of Pichincha secures independence from Spain.
5. 1830Ecuador separates from Gran Colombia as an independent republic.
6. 1998A peace agreement with Peru settles their long border dispute.

A short overview, not a full history. Dates are given for well-documented events only.

Currency of Ecuador

Ecuador uses the United States dollar (USD, $). Use our free currency converter to check exchange rates.

Festivals and greetings in Ecuador

Celebrations observed in Ecuador, with free greeting images and wishes you can personalise.

Day of the Dead

All greeting images for Ecuador · Festival calendar

Frequently asked questions

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