Place: Cuenca, Spain
Weather: Cloudy with occasional rain showers, 37/62F.
Route: From Valencia 200 km WNW on A-3.
Significance: Cuenca is built on a narrow ridge between two rivers. It was originally constructed by Muslims in the 8th century, due to its defensive position. It was reconquered by Christians in the 12th century. Many of the houses hang out over the cliffs.
The town and surrounding countryside (from whc.unesco.org)
One of the larger "hanging houses" (from whc.unesco.org)
Website: UNESCO World Heritage Site
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