Quito

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Quito

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

Location