Cuenca
is a beautiful city, especially its Colonial area. As soon as
you enter the main town square, Parque Abdón Calderón,
you will encounter two different types of churches.
The
first one is the Old Cathedral, better known as El Sagrario
(recently renovated), built on an Inca structure. Some of the
Inca blocks can still be seen. This cathedral was built in 1557,
when modern Cuenca was founded. The second cathedral is the Cathedral
de la Inmaculada. This one was built in 1885 and has a famous
crowned image of the Virgin. Originally, this cathedral was supposed
to be the largest one in South America. Unfortunately, due to
some miscalculations it could not be built the way it was expected
to be. However, The Cathedral's beautiful altar and its Modern
stained glass inside makes this visit an unforgettable experience.
El
Turi church is located south of the city on Av. Fray Vicente
Solano, some 50 minutes walk from the city. The church offers
a magnificent Mirador where you can go and enjoy the wonderful
views of the city. An orphanage is connected to the church.
There
are many other churches which you can visit, such as: San Francisco,
San Blas, Santo Domingo and El Cenáculo.
As a matter of security, some churches are open at irregular schedules
and only for services. Also, El Carmen de la Asunción
(near La Inmaculada) a 17th Century church is worth a visit.
Plaza
Cívica, is a market where you can buy clothes, pottery,
and several other local crafts such as baskets (Unique in Cuenca).
But, the best place for basketwork is the suburb of San Joaquín,
on the west side, near the tennis club.

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