San Francisco de Quito is the capital of the Republic and the capital of the Pichincha Province.

Quito has 1’700 000 inhabitants.

History: Quito was founded on August 15 of 1534 by Diego de Almagro, the Act was signed on August 28 the same year.

On August 10 of 1809 gives the Independence of Ecuador.

Battle of Pichincha was fought on 24 May 1822 and 25 June 1824 the province of Pichincha was created.

Historic Center of Quito: Also known as “Shrine of Art in America.” The Historic Center of Quito is a World Heritage Site and has several attractions.

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