Pre-Columbian period
Colonial Period
Independence
Republican Ecuador & Modernity
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According to Jesuit Father Juan de Velasco, what peoples inhabit the mythic "Reino de Quito"?
The "Quitus" and "Caras."
100
Who founded the city, and when it was founded?
Diego de Almagro founded Santiago de Quito on 15 August 1534, but it was renamed San Francisco de Quito on 28 August 1534.
100
When did the Battle of Pichincha take place?
The Battle of Pichincha took place on 24 May 1822, on the slopes of the Pichincha volcano.
100
What is the name of the statue located on the Panecillo hill?
It's called the "Virgin of El Panecillo" or "Virgin of Quito."
200
Who conquered the region where Quito is located nowadays?
Túpac Yupanqui initiated the Inca conquest of this region.
200
What administrative role did Quito play during colonial times?
It was the seat of the Real Audiencia of Spain.
200
What happened in Quito on August 10, 1809?
The First Cry of Hispanic American Independence
200
Where was the "Ferrocarril Transandino" (Trans-Andean Railway) station located?
It was located, in the south of the city, in Chimbacalle.
300
In which part of the (modern) city did the Incas settle?
Research reveals that the area where the Historic Center is today was occupied during the Inca period.
300
What industries were vital for development during the colonial period?
Mining and textile production.
300
When was Quito annexed to Gran Colombia?
On June 16, 1822, the Liberator Simón Bolívar arrived to annex the territories of the former audience of Quito to Gran Colombia.
300
When was Quito proclaimed the capital of Ecuador?
On May 13, 1830, the Republic of Ecuador was created, with Quito as its capital after separating from Gran Colombia.
400
Where was Atahualpa's palace located?
It was located in what is now the "Plaza Grande."
400
When was the San Francisco Convent built?
In January 1535.
400
When was celebrated "La conspiración de Chillo"?
It happened on December 25, 1808, and because of this, it is also known as "Conspiracion Navideña." Moreover, it took place in Montufar's estate located on Chillo.
400
When was the Mariscal Sucre International Airport inaugurated?
On August 6, 1960