Spanish Language Schools in Cuenca

Studying at one of the Spanish language schools in Cuenca is like taking a step back into days gone by. Cuenca is known for its traditional architecture, whitewashed buildings and even cobbled streets. The people that live in Cuenca are proud of the history of the area and strive to keep their city a historical and cultural center for the area.

There are many museums that learners at Spanish language schools in Cuenca often visit to gain a full appreciation of the area and the culture. They include the Museo de Los Metales, Museo Banco Central, Museo Artes Populares, and the Instituto Azuayo del Folklore, just to name a few. The historical cathedrals and churches are amazing to see and the Catedral de la Inmaculada is the largest building on the town plaza. There are archeological sites to explore as well as day trips to hike, horseback ride or even 4X4 down breathtaking mountain and rainforest paths. Since the weather in Cuenca is usually very mild during the day, regardless of the season, it makes a great place to attend a Spanish language school. In Cuenca the evenings do get a bit chilly but a light jacket is usually enough. The rainy season is from October to May, but even then the rains are sporadic and usually only in the afternoons, remaining clear in the mornings and evenings.

There is more to do and see, for students attending the Spanish language schools in Cuenca, than just museums and historical sites. Cuenca has many shops and boutiques as well as fine dining restaurants and nightclubs. Since the city itself is relatively small it is easy to walk from one area to another within the city. Several of the restaurants in the area offer Italian, French and American cuisine while others specialize in more traditional Ecuadorian foods. These restaurants will feature such dishes as lemon spiced shrimp, Andean potatoes, pastries that are sweet dessert and savory main course items, as well as a traditional dish, cuy, which is actually roasted guinea pig.

The people of Cuenca are usually Spanish, English, French or German speaking, and enjoy talking about their city and culture. Spanish language schools in Cuenca encourage students to spend time in the community, immersing themselves in the culture.

Spanish Schools in Cuenca

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