Ecuador Flag: Meaning and History

History of the flag
Adopted in 1860, the flag of Ecuador closely resembles that of Colombia.
At the center of the flag is a steamship sailing on the Guayas River, a reference to the first ship built in Guayaquil in 1814.
What do the elements of the flag mean?

The coat of arms is rich in symbols, including Mount Chimborazo (the highest volcano in the world) and an Andean condor.
For the sun, the wealth, and the prosperity of the country.
Color of justice and the Pacific Ocean.
Symbolizes the blood shed for independence.
