This popular tourist destination in Ecuador draws roughly half a million visitors per year, but its primary selling point is actually based on a mistake.

As you may know, Quito is super close to the equator, the inspiration for the nation’s name. 25km north of the city, take a jaunt to the “middle of the world”, La Mitad del Mundo.

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With Daniel Noboa returning to the presidency and a new Chinese ambassador on the way, China-Ecuador relations are at an inflection point.

Supporters of President Daniel Noboa celebrate early returns showing him in the lead in the presidential election runoff in Quito, Ecuador, Sunday, April 13, 2025.

Explore Quito, Ecuador's capital! Discover its UNESCO historic center, Andean peaks, El Panecillo, Mitad del Mundo & vibrant culture. A South American gem.

3- Mitad del Mundo The line dividing the north and south poles is one of the most interesting landmarks in Ecuador. The Mitad del Mundo in Quito marks the middle of the world, with the city located in ...

5- Ciudad Mitad del Mundo (Ecuador) Ciudad Mitad del Mundo, located near Quito, Ecuador, marks the equatorial line dividing the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The site features a prominent ...

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