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Ecuador Overview
Aptly named after the invisible rope that lasso's the world around its middle, the tiny coun-
try of Ecuador - tucked into South America's northwestern pocket - seems to encompass a
great diversity of its wonders in the same style, despite its small size. Like a miniature rep-
lica of the southern continent itself, Ecuador synthesizes the Edenic Galápagos Islands, a
gleaming stretch of the Pacific coast, the majestic rib of the Andes Mountains and a wild
share of the Amazon Basin into a harmonious landscape that spells paradise for every type
of traveler. Ultimately, everything you've ever dreamed of doing, seeing and experiencing
on a Latin American adventure can be found here - and more.
Ecuador's compact size and economic living standard make it so refreshingly convenient
for travelers to explore its riches that many never leave, and its loyal band of international
expats can attest to the unlimited measure of glory the country offers in excess. Though
you may never be able to discover it all, you still won't need too much time, money or ef-
fort to get an in-depth look at its unique landscapes. Though the country remains overshad-
owed by neighboring Machu Picchu in Peru or Colombia's Caribbean coastline at the
North, Ecuador's low-key personality keeps it pristine for intrepid travelers who prefer the
safer, quieter, more relaxed side of the South American story.
