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The 10 Best Things to do in Cuenca, Castile-La Mancha
Discover the best top things to do in Cuenca, Spain including Museo de Arte Abstracto Espanol, Catedral De Cuenca, Puente de San Pablo (Saint Paul Bridge), Historic Walled Town of Cuenca, Museo de Paleontologia de Castilla-La Mancha, Casas Colgadas, Mirador Barrio del Castillo, Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Museo de las Ciencias de Castilla la Mancha en Cuenca, Plaza Mayor de Cuenca.
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1. Museo de Arte Abstracto Espanol
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4.5 based on 1,007 reviews
The Museo de Arte Abstracto Español in Cuenca exhibits a permanent collection of 129 paintings and sculptures by Spanish artists of the Abstract Generation of the 1950s and 60s (Millares, Tàpies, Sempere, Torner, Rueda, Zóbel, Saura, among some thirty other artists), as well as other artists from the 1980s and 90s.In 1980, the founder of the Museum, Fernando Zóbel, donated its collection to the Fundación Juan March, which then incorporated it into its own collection. Situated in the Casas Colgadas (Hanging Houses) of the city of Cuenca, in a late-fifteenth-century medieval building, property of the city, the Museum has undergone various renovations and, in 1994, inaugurated its galleries for temporary exhibitions.
Reviewed By JosephineF999 - Cartagena, Spain
This is one of the best modern art galleries we have visited. The collection is not large but each piece shouts quality. It is very well laid out with plenty of space for each exhibit, and many very interesting pieces. The collection is housed in one of the hanging houses in the old town of Cuenca, which adds to its interest. There was no entry charge, but we would willingly have paid. It was such a treat.
2. Catedral De Cuenca
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4.5 based on 1,944 reviews
Reviewed By 588phis - Bangkok, Thailand
This is a very interesting cathedral to visit. The external architecture is of Medieval style and has intricate carvings. The highlights inside include the choir and organs, the main chapel, the Main Sacristy, the Deep Chapel and the Jamete Arch. The admission staff provided us a map with the highlights of the cathedral and free audio guide, which were helpful for us to understand the history behind the different parts of the Cathedral. There was also a tower, which you can go up, near the exit of the cathedral. It is about a four storey climb and you can see the surrounding area at the top.
3. Puente de San Pablo (Saint Paul Bridge)
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4.5 based on 2,093 reviews
Reviewed By Terry061
Great view of the hanging houses and the Parador. A must visit when you visit Cuenca. From the bridge you get a good feeling of how high perched the old town of Cuenca actually is.
4. Historic Walled Town of Cuenca
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4.5 based on 1,111 reviews
Reviewed By Kazaj21 - Worcester, United Kingdom
It may be at the end of a road to nowhere but it's worth going there. Delightfully well preserved medieval town with beautiful plazas, town hall, imposing buildings (not just the Hanging Houses which it's most famous for) and a Gothic style (just the front bit) Cathedral which is huge as it was build on what originally was a Mosque. All of these are a must see but apart from the obvious history the town had become famous for Art. There are a number of art galleries and museums. The largest is the Fundacion Antionio Peraz, based in an old convent over 4 floors it's heaving with contemporary art works. I'll leave it up to you to decided which bits you'll like but guaranteed it will be a talking point. Also worth a visit is the most famous hanging house which is the Museo de Arte Abstracto. You really need a couple of days here to see everything.
5. Museo de Paleontologia de Castilla-La Mancha
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4.5 based on 95 reviews
6. Casas Colgadas
7. Mirador Barrio del Castillo
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By smilerBCN
The views from this mirador is worth the walk up and the view across the valley is very interesting and gives a great view of the fissure that separates the town from the country.
8. Hanging Houses of Cuenca
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4.5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By AllyB46 - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
The views from either side of Cuidad Alta are excellent. There are many vantage points to see the Cuenca's starr attractions so walk around the city to find the best views.
9. Museo de las Ciencias de Castilla la Mancha en Cuenca
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4.0 based on 227 reviews
10. Plaza Mayor de Cuenca
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4.0 based on 300 reviews
Reviewed By 588phis - Bangkok, Thailand
This is the main square of the old town. The Cuenca Cathedral is here. There are many interesting, colourful and unique building on all sides of the square. You can also find many restaurants close to the main entry gate.
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