El Oro is the southernmost of Ecuador's coastal provinces.
It has been named that way because of its historically important gold production. It is one of the worlds major banana exporters.
The capital is Machala.
To the north and east the province has borders with the provinces Guayas, Azuay and Loja. To the west and south it is limited by the Pacific Ocean and the Peruvian Tumbes Region.
The province features a wide range of attractions, such as the Jambelí Islands, the petrified forest of the Puyango River, and the island of Santa Clara, to name a few.
El Oro's economy is mainly based on export of banana and shrimps. Other agricultural products of importance are cacao & coffee.
The province is divided in 14 cantons.
Canton (Capital)
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