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| | El Oro Ecuador - Ministry of Tourism, Ecuador |
 | | Famous for its abundant production of high-quality bananas, El Oro is a primarily agriculture, commercial province and is home to one of the nations major ports, Puerto Bolívar. |
 | | El Oros main attraction is the Jambelí archipelago, a group of small islands surrounded by mangroves, with clean beaches, calm water, and abundant vegetation. |
 | | Among the area's most popular dishes are grilled shellfish, shrimp ceviche, rice and beans, bolón de verde (ripe banana fried and filled with meat and cheese), and the famous tigrillo (a delectable treat made with banana, egg, and cheese). |
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