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Ecuador is located in northwestern South America, facing the Pacific Ocean. Its name comes from the equator, which passes through the country. Spanish is the main language, and indigenous languages such as Kichwa (of the Quechua family) are also spoken. The country is divided into a coastal plain, the Andean highlands and the Amazon region in the east, and the Galápagos Islands lie in the Pacific. The climate varies with altitude, and it is widely known for its unique ecosystems and natural environments.