Azuay Department, Cuenca

#9 among attractions in Cuenca

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Azuay Department was created with the 1824 reform of the subdivisions of Gran Colombia. ()

Local name: Departamento de Azuay Coordinates: 2°52'60"S, 79°0'0"W

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Cuenca Ecuador

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Azuay Department – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New Cathedral of Cuenca, Old Cathedral of Cuenca, Barranco, El Carmen de la Asunción.

1 miS
Church
New Cathedral of Cuenca, Cuenca
27 min walk • The New Cathedral of Cuenca, officially known as the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, is a stunning emblem of faith and architecture in the heart of Cuenca, Ecuador. This grand religious edifice, with its distinctive domes clad in blue and white glazed tiles...
1 miS
Church, Architecture
Old Cathedral of Cuenca, Cuenca
27 min walk • The Old Cathedral of Cuenca, known as El Sagrario, stands as a historic emblem in the heart of Cuenca, Ecuador. This ancient church, with its origins dating back to the 16th century, was the main place of worship until the New Cathedral took its place in the 20th...
1.3 miSW
2°53'59"S • 79°0'30"W
Barranco, Cuenca
33 min walk • Museum
1.1 miS
2°53'53"S • 79°0'21"W
El Carmen de la Asunción, Cuenca
28 min walk • Church
0.7 miE
Universities and schools
Politecnica Salesiana University, Cuenca
19 min walk • The Politecnica Salesiana University in Ecuador is an institution of higher education and Christian inspiration with Catholic character and a Salesian. The university is characterized by its opportunities for youth, especially from the poor sectors.
1.4 miSW
Universities and schools
University of Cuenca, Cuenca
37 min walk • The University of Cuenca is an Ecuadorian university located in Cuenca. University of Cuenca is the principal university of Azuay Province. The university was officially founded in 1867, being the first university on Cuenca.