Cuenca
Cuenca is a charming city in the southern highlands of Ecuador, crossed by four gentle rivers. Its old center is full of blue-domed churches and flower-filled plazas.
Cuenca is famous for its beautiful old town, so lovely it is a World Heritage Site, and for being the true home of the hat many people wrongly call the Panama hat. People adore its calm rivers and friendly cobblestone streets.
The Blue Cathedral
The New Cathedral has three big blue-and-white domes that shine in the sun and can be seen from all over the city. Inside it feels grand and peaceful.
Famous Woven Hats
Skilled makers here weave light straw hats by hand, a craft passed down for many years. You can watch how each hat is carefully shaped.
Rivers and Parks
Four rivers run through Cuenca with green paths beside them, perfect for walks and picnics. Nearby is a beautiful high park full of lakes called Cajas.