Although I am an Indian but have lived in Ecuador for a while and fell in the love with the beautiful place. It's people, scenic beauty, culture, cities and what not is truly amazing.
Difference between Southern and Northern Ecuador is partly visible. Just beside Peru which is the place of one of the wonders of the world Macchu Picchu, Ecuador is not less than that. Metropolis in the Northern states and the natural beauty of South can not be described in the words.
The people are friendly and they are party people. Their dance, indigenous culture, the local languages with the mix of Spanish culture have made them very different.
Viva Ecuador :)