This city surrounded by churches and religious temples, is well-known for being the birth place of many intellectuals and artist. Cuenca has presented itself as the principal location for the most important art expositions, at a national and international level, such as the Biennial Art Event, as well as many musical festivals and theater and movie events. These events take place at the renovated theatres as well as in the plazas.

The narrow cobblestone streets contrast against the modern city which has the latest technology, a university plaza with renowned recognition and an excellent hotel infrastructure, which offers the tourist the opportunity to live a memorable art, cultural and gastronomy experience.

Your visit to Cuenca can not be concluded without tasting our potato soup, mote pillo(with scrambled eggs and fresh cheese), guinea pig or a baked pig. The region’s food is well represented; this makes your visit different and unforgettable.

One of the principal features of this area is the variety of crafts, especially ceramic tiles, Panama hats and renowned jewelry shops, specialized in gold and silver.

The best ecological tourism that this region can offer is located in the magnificent Cajas National Park, with an area of 28,544 hectares and 4.500 meters above the sea level, where the mountains seem to be closer to heaven and nature is at its purest state.

The Cajas National Park was declared a Natural Site bezause of its flora and fauna. At the present time, UNESCO is studying the possibility of elevating its category to World Heritage Natural Site.

The unique vegetation and enormous lakes, makes this a place where tourists are held in a mesmerized state.

For its beauty, for its wild animals that are found here, and for the purest air that you can breathe, a visit to the Cajas you can not miss it.

Without a doubt the popular and religious celebrations make a difference in this part of the region of Ecuador or the world. These celebrations, such as the Procession of the "Niño Viajero", or The Feast of Corpus Christi and Septenario, are unique and magical; no tourist can fail to see these.

The Procession of the "Niño Viajero" is a parade that goes through the city the day before Christmas. Hundreds of children of all ages represent baby Jesus, accompanied by not only the three Magic Kings and pastors, but by different Ecuadorian ethnic groups; through chants and songs they honor "Christ Child".

The floats and the Mayorales, (children with lavish outfits, mounting horses adorned with candies, Christmas bread, fruits and typical dishes) parade to the sound of traditional chants and Christmas carols.