Sierra (Highlands Region - 10 Provinces)
Azuay – Capital: Cuenca
Bolivar – Capital: Guaranda
Canar – Capital: Azogues
Carchi – Capital: Tulcan
Chimborazo – Capital: Riobamba
Cotopaxi – Capital: Latacunga
Imbabura – Capital: Ibarra
Loja – Capital: Loja
Pichincha – Capital: Quito (National Capital)
Tungurahua – Capital: Ambato
Costa (Coastal Region - 7 Provinces)
El Oro – Capital: Machala
Esmeraldas – Capital: Esmeraldas
Guayas – Capital: Guayaquil
Los Rios – Capital: Babahoyo
Manabi – Capital: Portoviejo
Santa Elena – Capital: Santa Elena
Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas – Capital: Santo Domingo
Oriente (Amazon Region - 6 Provinces)
Morona-Santiago – Capital: Macas
Napo – Capital: Tena
Orellana – Capital: Puerto Francisco de Orellana
Pastaza – Capital: Puyo
Sucumbios – Capital: Nueva Loja
Zamora Chinchipe – Capital: Zamora
Insular Region (1 Province)
Galapagos – Capital: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
| Guayaquil Historical Park | |
| Guayaquil Historical Park in Samborondón, Ecuador, is a cultural and ecological destination that offers visitors a glimpse into the history, architecture, and biodiversity of the Guayas region. Spread over 8 hectares (approximately 20 acres). | |
| Sangay National Park | |
| Sangay National Park is a protected area located in central Ecuador, covering an area of approximately 271,925 hectares. The park is named after the Sangay volcano, which is one of three active volcanoes located within its boundaries. The other two volcanoes are Tungurahua and El Altar. | |
| Ecuador | |
| Ecuador is a country located in South America, bordered by Colombia to the north, Peru to the east and south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Its capital city is Quito, and its largest city is Guayaquil. Ecuador has a population of approximately 17 million people and its official language is Spanish. Ecuador has a total area of 283,561 km2 (109,484 sq mi). | |