Ecuador

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

Holidays and Festivals in Ecuador

Every city of Ecuador celebrates their own festivals either in honor of a saint (Most Ecuadorians are Catholics), or the city's festivities. There are plenty more celebrations throughout the country such as: "Virgen del Carmen", on the 16th of July. The "Fiesta de la Mama Negra" in Latacunga, which is held on the 23rd and 24th of September, among others.

SHORT INFORMATION

Climate of Ecuador

There is great variety in the climate, largely determined by altitude.

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Overview of Ecuador

Officially name: The Republic of Ecuador

Capital: Quito

Largest city: Guayaquil

Official language: Spanish

Government: Unitary presidential republic