The parish of El Vecino, located in the north of Cuenca, is considered one of the most important for its historical, patrimonial, economic, and cultural value. Rafael María Arízaga Street connects the neighborhoods of El Vecino, El Chorro, and El Cuartel. In colonial times, it was known as Real del Vecino Street, and it is a very significant road to this day because...
San Roque is one of the most famous neighborhoods in Cuenca. So much so, that its name is mentioned in the official documents that declared Cuenca a World Cultural Heritage Site. In the 1930s, this neighborhood was a sort of enclave located at one of the accesses to the city, where the suppliers who came to town with their products would stay. The story goes that...
This is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Cuenca, which, as it is located in one of the accesses to the city, in colonial times became the sector of blacksmiths – a trade that survives to this day. The tangible heritage of Las Herrerías are its rural colonial houses, blacksmith workshops, and the famous “Casa de Chaguarchimbana”, with its peculiar square...
Being one of the oldest and most traditional neighborhoods in the city, both the tangible and intangible heritage of El Vado are very rich. Its history dates back to early colonial times, a time of great commercial activity in the area since it is located at the southern access to Cuenca. These were the streets of the bakers, a trade that prevailed in the...
A colorful and joyful atmosphere takes over Cuenca at New Year’s Eve with a very unique contest. The creativity and humor of the locals are on full display with the elaboration of “año viejos”, which are homemade dolls that allude to political issues and events which captured the public eye during the year.The event, which is organized by the Amistad Club and the...
Walking through the historic area of Cuenca, we come across the New Cathedral. Here, there is a nativity scene that only be described with one word: gigantic. All the figures are simply impressive and make the birth of Jesus come to life.A few steps further we can see the Old Cathedral, which today is a very important museum in Cuenca. Inside, huge images of the...
In the year 1823, an image in honor of the Divine Child was sculpted and it was not until 1961 that he began his pilgrimage through the Holy Land. Upon arriving in Cuenca, he received the name of “Niño Viajero” (“Travelling Child”) and since then, every December 24, a procession which recreates his journey is held in the city.Over time, this festivity has...
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Every neighborhood in the city lights up with Christmas spirit. Angels, stars, lights and balloons are just a few of the Christmas decorations in Cuenca.The scale of the decorations make the assembly of the pieces a process of weeks, however, the work pays off when thousands of tourists arrive to admire the impressive beauty of it all. This year, the largest...
The Christmas season is here, and gifts cannot be missing. A sincere gesture of affection that transcends the material is a great way to pamper your loved ones.In Cuenca, you will discover gifts that are magical because they all tell a story. Unique works of art, made by our skilled artisans who want you to connect with their identity. CEMUART In the largest artisan...