states: [spain]
category: cultural
year: 1996
location: Province of Cuenca, Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 40.0766200000, -2.1317400000
visited: 2018
The Historic Walled Town of Cuenca, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Spain, is a remarkably well-preserved medieval fortified city perched atop a steep promontory. Its cobblestone streets, Gothic cathedral, and iconic "hanging houses" clinging to cliff edges exemplify a harmonious blend of architecture and natural landscape, showcasing centuries of history from its Moorish origins to Christian reconquest. The town's defensive walls, once protecting it from invaders, now enclose a cultural treasure recognized for its universal value and historical significance.
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