In recent years, Ecuador has become an increasingly frequent destination for Americans, not only for tourism, but to living. That is why this country is ranked every year among the top 10 on the list of best places to live.
In the last five years, tourism in Ecuador has grown by 30% attracting Americans, Europeans, backpackers, and expats from around the world, who come to enjoy its perfect combination of climate, culture, and affordability.
Country Data
| Population | 17,304,678 |
| Capital City | Quito |
| Climate | Tropical along coast, becoming cooler inland at higher elevations; tropical in Amazonian jungle lowlands |
| Time Zone | GMT-5 |
| Language | Spanish (official), Amerindian languages (especially Quichua) |
| Local Currency | US$ (U.S. Dollar) |
| Religion | 80.4% Catholic religion, 11.3% Evangelicals, and 1.29% are Jehovah’s Witnesses. |
Main Cities
| City | Population | Average temperature | Altitude |
| Quito | 2,011,000 | 48⁰F – 65⁰F | 9,350 ft |
| Cuenca | 659,000 | 46⁰F – 63⁰F | 8,400 ft |
| Guayaquil | 2,698,000 | 70⁰F – 88⁰F | 0 ft (sea level) |
Climate
Ecuador has varied climates where you can find the one you like. In the beach areas, you can enjoy temperatures in the 70s F and mid-80s F. If instead, you prefer cooler weather, in the Andes region you can find temperatures between 60s F to 70s F, in the cities that are located an altitude of 8,000 feet
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