Ecuador History remains incomplete without the proper understanding of the culturally rich Pre-Columbian Era which marked the beginning of many important Ecuadorian cultures. The Pre-Columbian Era existed during 3500 B.C.
Pre – Columbian Era Culture
One of the earliest forms of Ecuadorian Arts, Valdivia Cultures was developed during pre-Columbian Era of the History of Ecuador. This particular branch of culture originated in the pacific coast. In the Province of Manabí and Esmeraldas, other important archeological sites were found. Significant leftovers of different pieces of art of Valdivia Cultures were excavated near the coastline of Santa Elena. Other Important cultural forms that existed way back in the Pre-Columbian Era were Quitus, Caras and Canaris.
Life during the Pre-Columbian Era
During the Pre-Columbian Era, Ecuador was largely inhabited by a number of tribes that were always engaged in trifle struggles with each other. Esmeralda, the Manta, the Huancavilca, and the Puná, were the four distinct group which were culturally related to each other, mainly occupied the coastal lowlands stretching from north to south. They were hunters, fishermen, agriculturalists, and traders in their profession. Inter Coastal Trade relation was also very important.
Thus, the Pre-Columbian Era, which came to an end with the conquest of Ecuador by the Incas, played an important role in shaping up the overall history of Ecuador.
