Modern Quito
What major construction project in the 1970s helped modernize Quito’s public transportation system?
The creation of the Trolebus system.
Who was the first Spanish conquistador to arrive in Quito?
Sebastián de Belalcázar
Which battle, fought near Quito in 1822, secured the independence of Ecuador from Spain?
The Battle of Pichincha.
In 2008, Quito was declared the first UNESCO World Heritage site in Ecuador. What is the name of the area that holds this title?
The Historic Center of Quito.
What year was Quito officially founded by the Spanish?
1534
In what year did Quito officially become part of the newly independent Republic of Ecuador?
1830
Quito hosted which international summit in 2004, drawing attention to regional politics in Latin America?
The Third Summit of the Americas.
Which church in Quito was one of the first in the city and was used to celebrate mass during colonial times?
La Iglesia de San Francisco.
Which Ecuadorian leader is known for the “La Matanza” (the massacre) of indigenous people in Quito in the 19th century?
García Moreno.
What is the name of the iconic monument in Quito that marks the location of the Equator line?
La Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World).
What was Quito’s name during the time of the Inca Empire before the Spanish arrived?
What major event occurred in Quito in 1859 that impacted the political and economic structure of Ecuador?
The Liberal Revolution of 1859.