Historic Walled Town of Cuenca

Overview

Built by the Moors in a defensive position at the heart of the Caliphate of Cordoba, Cuenca is an unusually well-preserved medieval fortified city. Conquered by the Castilians in the 12th century, it became a royal town and bishopric endowed with important buildings, such as Spain's first Gothic cathedral, and the famous casas colgadas (hanging houses), suspended from sheer cliffs overlooking the Huécar river. Taking full advantage of its location, the city towers above the magnificent countryside.

Selection Criteria

(ii)(v)

Components(4 locations)

• •Barrio Tiradores781-004
• •Recinto Intramuros781-001
• •Barrio del Castillo781-002
• •Barrio del San Antón781-003

Details

Countries

Spain

ISO Codes

ES

Area

22.79 ha

Coordinates

40.0766, -2.1317