Ecuador gained its independence from Spain on May 24, 1822. ¹⁾

The highest peak in Ecuador is Chimborazo, 20,564 ft above sea level. ²⁾

The longest river in Ecuador is Rio Napo, 668 miles long. ³⁾

Cotapaxi 19,347 ft, south of Quito is one of the highest active volcanoes in the world. ⁴⁾

The guinea pig is a delicacy in Ecuador. ⁵⁾

In Ecuador, popcorn is often added to soups. ⁶⁾

The panama hat originated in Ecuador. ⁷⁾

All 3 species of 'vampire' bats found worldwide were discovered in Ecuador. ⁸⁾

Ecuador is home to most of the frog species found in the world. ⁹⁾

The currency of Ecuador has been the U.S. dollar since September 10, 2000. Sucre was previously used. ¹⁰⁾

The national alcohol of Ecuador is aguardiente. ¹¹⁾

The national tree of Ecuador is Pubescens Cinchona. ¹²⁾

The last death sentence in Ecuador was carried out in 1884. ¹³⁾

The name of “Colgate” toothpaste in Latin American dialects of Spanish can be translated to “I'm going to hang myself.” ¹⁴⁾

Women in Ecuador have had the right to vote since 1929. ¹⁵⁾