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It was founded decades after other major Spanish settlements in the region, such as Quito (1534), Guayaquil (1538), and Loja (1548). Cuenca's population and importance grew steadily during the colonial era. Cuenca reached the peak of its importance in the first years of Ecuador's independence; Cuenca achieved its independence on November 3, 1820.
Azuay (Spanish pronunciation: ⓘ), Province of Azuay is a province of Ecuador, created on 25 June 1824.It encompasses an area of 8,171 square kilometres (3,155 sq mi). Its capital and largest city is Cuenca.
The town of Girón is located 44 km southwest of Cuenca by road, at an elevation of 2160 m. [1] The climate of the town of Girón is milder than that of nearby Cuenca. [7] There are two seasons: winter (January to May) and summer (June to December). Within the canton of Girón, the climate varies by altitude.
During the Colonial time the vicinity of the area was used for livestock. With the creation of the park the area has become popular for hiking, climbing, camping, fishing, and birdwatching. Control points are located at the road entries to the park. The park has a refuge hut and can be reached from Cuenca and Guayaquil.
Cuenca was given a set of laws, the Fuero, written in Latin, that ruled Cuenca's citizens, and it was considered one of the most perfectly written at that time. The Diocese of Cuenca was established in 1183; its second bishop was St. Julian of Cuenca, who became patron saint of the city. Alfonso X granted Cuenca the title of 'city' (ciudad) in ...
Map key Province Capital Largest City [1] Population (2022 census) [2] Area (km 2) Established 1 Azuay Cuenca: 801,609 8,189 1824 2 Bolívar Guaranda: 199,078 4,148 1884 3
Cuenca (Spanish: ⓘ) is one of the five provinces of the autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha. It is located in the eastern part of this autonomous community and covers 17,141 square km. It is located in the eastern part of this autonomous community and covers 17,141 square km.
The Sagrario Church (Shrine Church) - also known as the Old Cathedral of Cuenca is a temple whose construction began in the mid-16th century, and was considered the main Spanish place of worship during the time of Spanish colonization in Cuenca . Today it functions as the Museum of Religious Art, known for its wide variety of altars and the ...