This city is a marvel where the desperate human urge to build a holy legacy crashed headfirst into the stubborn reality of surviving on a rock. You can feel that tension in the uneven streets and smell it in the ancient dust of the alleyways.
Now, a quick heads up before we conquer these hills. Cuenca is stunning, but steep, so please watch your footing on these medieval cobblestones. You can keep your phone tucked away... my voice will play automatically as you approach each landmark. If the thick stone walls confuse your GPS, just hit play manually. If you get turned around, check the map in the app, and feel free to ask me questions in the chat at any stop.
Let us begin our journey at a place where the desire for eternal legacy was literally carved into the floorboards. Head over to the Monastery of the Franciscan Conception. I will meet you there.
