An ancient archipelago of volcanic islands set off the coast of Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands are one of the world's premier destinations for viewing wildlife either by land or by sea.

Capital city: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Population: 26,640 (2012)
Size of country: 7,880 sq km
Currency: US dollars
Power supply: 110-120 Volts
Sockets: US-style two-pin variety
Language: Spanish
Time difference: GMT -6 hours
Visas: British passport holders can currently stay on the Galapagos Islands as tourists for up to 90 days without a visa
Religion: Roman Catholic and other
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Galapagos Islands