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ECUADOR Located in the northwestern of Southamerica, borderder by Colombia, PerĂş and the Pacific Ocean. Ecuador also has the Galapagos Islands on its territory. The total surface is of 256.370km2. It has 22 provinces and more than 15 million of habitants.
The capital of Ecuador is Quito and the 95% of the people are catholic. Ecuadorians, as well as Latin Americans, are extremely receptive people. So, it is not so hard to find help, although the vast majority of ecuadorians don´t speak English.
In our country, is legal to consume alcoholic beverages in public places, except on Sunday, it is not permitted to buy or sell any kind of alcoholic drink. It is also not allowed to smoke cigarettes in closed spaces, even though if you are in a bar/discoteque.
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On weekend is common to spend some time with the family or friends and to visit near towns full of touristic places to know.
Y R O T S I H Ecuador was long inhabit ed by local tribes for thousands of years when the Inca Empire arrived. They fought off the Incas for some years, but eventually the Inca Empire took control of the area in the 1400s. A century later in 1534, Spanish conquers arrived. They defeated the Inca and took control of the land. For many years the area was part of the Spanish Empire. The natives suffered greatly from disease brought by the Europeans and ere often forced to work for the Spanish colonists. The city of Quito was a major city of the time and is today identified as a World Cultural Heritage Site.
In 1822, the area gained independence from Spain when Simon Bolivar and his armies defeated the Spanish. At first the land was part of the larger group of countries called Gran Columbia, but in 1830 Ecuador became a separate independent country. Ecuador and Peru have long had battles and disputes over their borders. This lasted until 1999, when some agreement was come to on the current borders. Ecuador went through a period of internal unrest during the 1970s when the country was under direct military rule.
MONEY & MARKET Currency: US dollar (USD) National GDP: $127,400,000,000 Major Industries: petroleum, food processing, textiles, wood products, chemicals Agricultural Products: bananas, coffee, cocoa, rice, potatoes, manioc (tapioca), plantains, sugarcane; cattle, sheep, pigs, beef, pork, dairy products; balsa wood; fish, shrimp
Natural Resources: petroleum, fish, timber, hydropower Major Exports: petroleum, bananas, cut flowers, shrimp Major Imports: vehicles, medicinal products, telecommunications equipment, electricity
LANGUAGE The main spoken language in Ecuador is Spanish, with 94% of the population speaking this language.
The 6% remaining is spoken by some native communities such as Shuar, Quichua and other eleven languages.
• Gringo = foreigner • Pueblo = town or village • Chuta! = Ops! • Ayau = Auch • Buen provecho = Enjoy your meal • Salud = to your health • Salud = cheers • Muy amable = much appreciated, thanks • Que chevere! = That’s cool • Farra = party • Cachos = jokes • Buenazo = really good • Esta pleno = its fine • Huevada = bullshit
USE FUL PHR ASE S
• Hola, como vas? = Hello, how are you? • Ahorita nos vamos = right now, inmediatly • Déjame en paz = leave me alone • Más allá = a little more forward • No hablo español = I don’t speak spanish • Lo siento mucho = I am sorry • ¿Cuánto cuesta? = How much it cost? • ¿Qué bus cojo? = Which bus should I take? • ¿Qué desea? = Ehat do you want? • Chao, ya nos vemos = Bye, see you soon
CUISINE Ecuadorian cuisine is diverse, varying with altitude, and associated agricultural conditions. Pork, chicken, beef, and cuy (guinea pig) are popular in the mountainous regions, and are served with a variety of carbohydrate-rich foods, especially rice, corn, and potatoes.
A popular street food in mountainous regions is hornado, consisting of potatoes served with roasted pig.
A wide variety of fresh fruit is available, particularly at lower altitudes, including granadilla, passionfruit, naranjilla, several types of bananas, uvilla, taxo, and tree tomato.
Some examples of Ecuadorian cuisine in general include patacones (unripe plantains fried in oil, mashed up, and then refried), llapingachos (a pan seared potato ball), and seco de chivo (a type of stew made from goat).
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LANDMARKS The biggest mega diversity of the planet has its home in Ecuador, the middle of the world. With a privileged climate and the most amazing landscapes, the essence of Latin America fuses itself to create an unforgettable and unique destination. Islands, jungles, mountains and seas.
The Ecuadorian Andes carry some of the most emblematic icons of Ecuador, like the vast mosaic of fields of corn, potatoes and beans of Tungurahua, the pure waters of Imbabura’s lagoons and the sandy valleys of longevity and life of the province of Loja
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Most of its territory includes elevations ranging from 1500 meters above sea level to about 6310 meters from the Chimborazo.
S O G A P A L A G
You can realize this is a paradise located 972 kilometers from the ecuadorian continental coast. These Islands were named Mankind Natural Patrimony by the UNESCO in 1979. Also, this year it was named as the "first destiny to visit before dying" by the readers of the USA Today magazine. Five stars hotels and confortables hostels are awaiting for visitors who wants to live a great experience in this natural paradise.
Activities such as diving, snorkeling and surfing complement this experience. Also, there are a lot of restaurants that offers a variety set of dishes so delicious and wonderful as Galapagos landscapes. Don't wait to travel to Galapagos and taste the extense gastronomy made with fresh wahoo, canchalagua or lobsters.
The Amazonas econsystem, particularly its tropical rain forest, is considered to be one of the richest and most complex communities of plant and animal life in the world.
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The region is characterized by huge diverse amounts of flora and fauna with extraordinary variations in their habitants and micro habitats.
C I F T I S C PA COA It is characterized by numerous beaches, coves, cliffs, savannahs, historic cities and industrial centers.
The Ecuadorian Coast allows travelers to have exciting adventures in a region bathed by the waters of the Pacific Ocean. With a hot and humid climate throughout the year covering this region, which has a very diverse landscape ranging from green mangroves and tropical dry forests.
WEATHER Andes:
temperate. Low valleys: subtropical temperatures Moors: cold Snow region: glacial climate type
Pacific Coast: warm, humid and hot in the savannah. Fresh seaside. Amazon: warm and wet. Galapagos: mils and dry climate.
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LUGGAGE We don’t have specific seasons as other countries, but it is necessary to bring a very warm coat and also thin sweater for hot regions. That will help you to go to different regions in our country without difficulties. Bring some sunblock, insect repellent and a backpack in order to carry things.
Do not forget your camera. Capture the beautiful places of our country. Those photos will preserve the wonderful memories you will have during your stay.
L A E B G O A L L G VIL
Global Village is the biggest celebration of cultures from around the world, you'll ever see!! People from a lot of countries showcasing their nations through singing, dancing, food, customs, costumes, music and traditions! Global village is literally bringing the world under one roof!!!
GLOBAL VILLAGE ACTIVITIES: Performances from interns (dance, song, demonstration,) and interaction with the public. Display of souvenirs, photos and magazines and food from the different countries. Performance by local Artists
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
meli.duenas@aiesec.net 0999703441 facebook profile
jose.nunez@aiesec.net 0999355784 facebook profile
andrea.alban@aiesec.net 984920498 facebook profile
We hope you to enjoy this experience and visit most of the places of our country. You are certainly welcome at any time; we will be glad to see you and help you as many things as we can.
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