The Flag of Ecuador

Yellow, Blue and Red

And right in the middle of the flag it has the national shield or coat of arms.

Below the picture, I will proceed to explain in detail the meaning of each color, and of its components.

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Meaning of Each Color on Ecuador's Flag

• Yellow: This color is a bit wider than the other two and it means the Sun and the Gold of our ancestors.
• Blue: It means the Sky and the Sea of our country.
• Red: It means the Blood that our patriots and heroes gave for freedom.

Meaning of the Coat of Arms in the Flag of Ecuador

• The Condor: (big bird) On top of the shield, means the Power and Strength of our country.
• The Snow Mountain: Means the Height or Altitude of Ecuador.
• The River: Means the beauty of its waters.
• The Boat: Means the Commerce trade and Navigation.

• The Olive Leaves: Means Peace and Beauty.
• The Sun: Its meaning is the God of our Ancestors

Ecuador borders with Colombia (North), Peru (South and East), and the Pacific Ocean (West).

Also, the famous Galapagos Islands (home to the theory of evolution by Darwin) belong to the country of Ecuador since 1832.

Ecuador Recommended Reading:

Insight Guide Ecuador (Insight Guides Ecuador)
From the most popular resort cities to the most exotic villages, Insight Guides capture the unique character of each culture with an insider's perspective. Includes a comprehensive Travel Tips section with listings of the best restaurants, hotels, and attractions. (Highly recommended)

Ecuador: Climbing and Hiking Guide
This book provides information on the difficulty of the hike or climb, access, equipment recommendations and hiking directions. It is organized according to the geographic areas of Ecuador. (It is a detailed, accurate and very comprehensive guide)

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