The capital of the country is the city of San Francisco de Quito, which is popularly known as Quito. Located on the banks of the Guayllabamba River in the North central part of the country, the city of Quito is situated on the Pichincha, an active volcano which is a part of the Andes Mountain Range.

With a rich history that dates back to the era of the famous Incan empire, the city of Quito is located about 2,800 feet above sea level and known for its amazing scenic beauty. One of the most interesting facts of the capital city is the fact that the city is located just about 15 miles to the south of the equator.

The capital city of Ecuador is home to some of the most tourist destinations in the world… if you are planning a trip to Quito be sure to visit the El Panecillo,  a hill atop which rests a statue of the Virgin Mary. Located at an altitude of 9895 feet above sea level, the El Panecillo can be seen from almost all the different parts of the city of capital city.

The city is also famous for being one of the most developed cities of the world and can be said to be one of the best connected cities in this part of the world. Almost all major airliners in the world operate in the city and connect it with all the major airports in the world.

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