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Ecuador has a number of big cities that tend to exist within and either side of the Andes mountain range as well as the Pacific Coast. Population is sparse at extreme high altitudes and also in the Amazon region. Notable cities and towns in Ecuador are as follows:

Quito - The capital and the first city to gain a UNESCO World Heritage status.
Baños- Known as the adventure capital of Ecuador. Features an active volcano, and hot spring mineral baths.
Cuenca- Third largest city in Ecuador. Like Quito, it is a World Heritage site.
Guayaquil - Largest city in the country with the largest port.
Otavalo - Famous for its indigenous crafts and markets. Only two hours from Quito.
Esmeraldas - Has the most popular beach in Ecuador.
Bahía de Caraquez - A popular place for beaches.
Loja - The oldest colonial city in the country.
Sucumbios or Nueva Loja - Gateway to the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest.

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