Guayaquil is among the top five cities for a foreigner, according to BBC Travel

According to a survey by the BBC Travel website, Guayaquil is one of the top five cities where foreigners can live. The result was obtained from than 14,000 residents responses in 160 countries on their family, work, financial life and the ease of settling in the community.

The highest rating was for Ecuador, says the specialist travel website. And the foreign residents highlighted to Guayaquil for the low cost of living, the ease for making friends and professional opportunities.

Foreign residents appreciate the view of the Guayas river, which along with the Malecón Simón Bolívar and the Santa Ana with its many spaces for fun, represents a great attraction.