World Heritage Sites in Ecuador

Old City of Quito

(0.233 S 78.50 W) -- satellite image

Quito is the capital of Ecuador and of Pichincha Province. The city is situated on the lower slopes of Pichincha volcano in a narrow, fertile valley of the Andes Mountains at an elevation of 2850m (9350 ft) above sea level.

Galapagos National Park, including the Galapagos Islands

( 0.30 S 90.30 W) -- satellite image

The Galapagos consist of 19 islands scattered over roughly 60,000 sq km (24,000 sq mi) of equatorial Pacific Ocean. These islands are home to many unusual animals including the Galapagos Tortoise. These tortoises are considered to be one of the longest living animals on earth.

Sangay National Park

(1.45-2.25 S 78.07-78.52 W) -- satellite image

Historic Centre of Santa Ana de los Rios de Cuenca

(2.88 S 78.98 W) -- satellite image
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Last updated: July 4, 2009