Aug 3, 2018 · The Equator line is located about 26 kilometers (16 miles) north of Quito, Ecuador’s capital. It’s easy to get to and is a fun half-day trip from the city. Continue reading to learn more about the real equator line in Ecuador, how to get there, …

Based on data obtained by Tufiño, it was believed that the equator passed through those two sites. However, according to readings based on the World Geodetic System WGS84, used in modern GPS systems and GIS products, the equator actually lies about 240 metres (790 ft) north of the marked line.

Dec 7, 2023 · Ecuador’s Fake Equator Line - La Mitad del Mundo, the monument in Ecuador to which tourists are brought every year is in the wrong place.

Ecuador’s capital, Quito, is the closest major city to the Equator line on the planet. To tap into equator tourism, Ecuador has built an impressive monument to mark the site, as well as various Equator themed museums.

Dec 4, 2024 · Ciudad Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World City) in Quito is the best place to visit the equator line since it’s the only location where the equator runs through an easily accessible city and not through deep oceans or thick rainforests.

Feb 27, 2014 · Its capital city of Quito, lies smack in the middle of the imaginary line. The Equator was discovered and mapped out by a French geodesic expedition team that was led by an explorer named Charles-Marie de La Comdamine in the year 1736.

Oct 14, 2021 · There’s a yellow line – which supposedly represents the equator – leading up to the monument and inside, you’ll find a small museum dedicated to the indigenous cultures of Ecuador. The Ciudad Mitad del Mundo complex is open every day from 9am until 6pm and entry costs $5 (£3.65).

Dec 3, 2024 · If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to step on the equator, you can in Quito, Ecuador! The equator is an imaginary line directly between the north and south poles that passes through 13 countries around the globe. And it just so happens that you can walk on the equator in Ecuador.

Nov 27, 2022 · Taking the bus is the cheapest way to get to the equator in Quito. From the centre of the city, there are 2 main route options available. The first option is to take a bus on the dedicated Mitad del Mundo line. These buses run from …

Jan 31, 2022 · If you're visiting Quito, Ecuador, you can't miss a trip to the Equator. Find out everything you need to know for your visit to the Mitad del Mundo.