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The Flag of Ecuador

The Flag of Ecuador (as you will see in the following picture), is composed basically of three colors:

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.


flag of ecuador

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The 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.

The 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


Where is Ecuador located?

Ecuador is one of the smallest countries in South America. It lies in both the Northern and the Southern Hemispheres, and is divided by the equator which gave Ecuador its name in the 19th Century.

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.

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Ecuador Recommended Reading:

Footprint Ecuador and Galapagos
From the Galapagos Islands that inspired the theory of evolution, to a valley where people live forever, from the center of the earth to the Avenue of the Volcanoes, Ecuador excites and amazes at every turn. This highly acclaimed guide is essential for all free-spirited travelers. (One of the best books I ever read about Ecuador)

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. A comprehensive Travel Tips section with listings of the best restaurants, hotels, and attractions, as well as practical information on getting around and advice for travel with children. (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 and now includes very useful hiking and climbing matrices that will help you plan your trip. (It is a detailed, accurate and very comprehensive guide)

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