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Quito, the capital of Ecuador, is the second highest capital city in the world, located in the northwest of South America. Founded in 1534 as San Francisco de Quito, the city has around 2.2 million inhabitants. Located at 2,850 meters above sea level, Quito enjoys a constant climate, with temperatures around 21°C throughout the year. The name "Quito" has several interpretations, possibly related to the Tsafiqui language. Cristóbal Cobo led the Quitsato project in 2006, aiming to recover archaeological sites, such as the Catequilla hill, associated with astronomical observations and ancient rituals. The name Quitsato suggests "middle place" and may be related to the Equator line that crosses the place, providing a possible origin for the city's name.
