in Ecuador

Cuenca

A graceful UNESCO-listed Andean city of blue-domed cathedrals, flower markets and cobblestone riverside lanes.

Notable spots

New Cathedral (Catedral Nueva)
Landmark
Its sky-blue domes are the emblem of the city.
Homero Ortega Panama Hat Museum
Museum
The genuine Panama hat was born in Ecuador, not Panama.
Rio Tomebamba
Scenery
Cajas National Park
Nature

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov and Dec

👕 Cuenca in Oct: Long sleeves with a light jacket or sweater; big day–night swing, so dress in layers.