Quito
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Quito, officially San Francisco de Quito, serves as Ecuador's capital and is situated in a valley on the Andes' eastern slopes. Founded following the Spanish conquest in 1534, it is considered the oldest capital city in South America. Its historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its preservation.
Statistics
Area
372.39 km²
Population
1,763,275