Which indigenous group originally inhabited the area where Quito is located?
The Quitu people
When was Quito founded by the Spanish?
1534
When did Quito declare independence?
August 10, 1809
What is Quito today?
Capital of Ecuador.
Which powerful civilization conquered Quito before the arrival of the Spanish?
The Inca Empire
Who founded Quito?
Sebastián de Benalcázar
What is August 10 known as?
First Cry of Independence
What famous old area is Quito known for?
Historic Center
What was the name of the legendary ruler associated with resistance against the Incas in the Quito region?
Rumiñahui
What type of city was Quito during colonial times?
Religious center.
What battle ended Spanish rule in Quito?
Battle of Pichincha
When was Quito named a World Heritage Site?
1978
Why was Quito important geographically?
Strategic Andean location.
What was Quito’s colonial name?
San Francisco de Quito.
In what year was the Battle of Pichincha?
1822
What organization gave Quito this title?
UNESCO 