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Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador

university, Quito, Ecuador
Also known as: Pontifical-Catholic University
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The Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador is a prominent university located in Quito, the capital of Ecuador. Founded in 1946 and granted pontifical status in 1963, it is recognized for its research programs in various fields, including botany, archaeology, linguistics, and anthropology. The university attracts international students participating in study abroad programs. Quito itself is a historic city, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its well-preserved colonial architecture and its setting in an Andean valley near the Equator.12

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