Ecuador, officially the Republic of Ecuador is a country in northwestern South America, that encompasses Amazon jungle, Andean highlands, and the wildlife-rich Galápagos Islands. It is bordered by Colombia on the north, Peru on the east and south, and the Pacific Ocean on the west. The capital is Quito, however the government recently moved to Guayaquil, temporarily. 
The territories of modern-day Ecuador were once home to a variety of Amerindian groups that were gradually incorporated into the Inca Empire during the 15th century. The territory was colonized by Spain during the 16th century, achieving independence in 1820 as part of Gran Colombia, from which it emerged as its own sovereign state in 1830. The legacy of both empires is reflected in Ecuador’s ethnically diverse population, with most of its 17.1 million people being mestizos, followed by large minorities of European, Native American, and African descendants. Spanish is the official language and is spoken by a majority of the population, though 13 Native languages are also recognized, including Quechua and Shuar.

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