The City of Cuenca - A Place of Historic Interest in Spain
The city of Cuenca which is located in Central Spain, and happens to be one of the largest provinces and covers an area of approximately 17,000 sq kms.
Like most other Spanish provinces, even Cuenca was under the rule of Romans and Moors and later Christians took over this city. Apparantly, the Moors recognized its strategic location and they started to protect the city by building forts. Cuenca is clearly rich in heritage buildings and is also known for its beautiful environment and areas of natural outstanding beauty. Head into Cuenca by visiting "Our lady of Grace Cathedral", which is believed to have been constructed during 1182 to 1270. The main fa