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Tumebamba

Tumebamba or Tomebamba, was a former city-state in the Inca federation, held by the ethnic Cañaris people; roughly translating to "plain of knives". Because of its high quality architecture, it was given to Atahualpa when the empire was divided in 1527. At that time, the city was the most important of the northern part of the empire, known as Chinchay Suyu. The center of Tomebamba was Pumapungo, which means "Gate of the Puma" from where was performed the administration of the region.

Located at -2.89917, -79.0139 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
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Inca Empire, Cuenca, Ecuador, Archaeological sites in Ecuador

Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cuenca

The Roman Catholic Metropolitan Archdiocese of Cuenca (Latin: Archidioecesis Conchensis in Aequatore) is an archdiocese located in the city of Cuenca in Ecuador. Erected as the Diocese of Cuenca from territory of the Diocese of Quito on July 1, 1786, it was elevated to archdiocese status on April 9, 1957.

Located at -2.89917, -79.0153 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
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Roman Catholic dioceses in Ecuador, Religious organizations established in the 1780s, 1786 establishments, Dioceses established in the 18th century, Cuenca, Ecuador

New Cathedral of Cuenca

The New Cathedral of Cuenca is the cathedral church in Cuenca, Ecuador. The cathedral is located in front of Parque Calderon. The project of the cathedral was drawn by Juan Bautista Stiehle on suggestions made by Bishop León Garrido. The cathedral took over the function of the nearby Old Cathedral that had become too small. Construction works started in 1885 and lasted for almost a century. This building combines many architecture styles, nevertheless romanesque is predominant.

Located at -2.8975, -79.005 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Ecuador, Roman Catholic cathedrals in Ecuador, Cuenca, Ecuador

Sayausi

Sayausi a green oasis located in the South Area of Ecuador. This area is close to the National Park of Cajas. Therefore, the area enjoys much of its treasures. The rivers of the area tend to contain the beauty of the Andes. The Andes is full of treasures and Sayausi proves it. Sayausi contains, lakes rivers, mountains, gardens, and plantations. Sayausi is a virgin paradise.

Located at -2.86667, -79.0667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Parishes of Ecuador, Populated places in Azuay Province

Old Cathedral of Cuenca

The Old Cathedral of Cuenca or Iglesia del Sagrario (Church of the Shrine) in Cuenca, Ecuador, was the main place of Spanish worship during the time of Spanish colonization; it functions today as the Museum for Religious Art. It is located at the Parque Calderon, opposite the New Cathedral. Planning for the church started in 1557 and construction began ten years later, using stones for the foundation and walls from the ruins of Tomebamba.

Located at -2.89784, -79.0039 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
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Roman Catholic cathedrals in Ecuador, Buildings and structures in Ecuador, Museums in Ecuador, Christianity in Ecuador, Cuenca, Ecuador

Tomebamba River

The Tomebamba River is a river of Ecuador. It runs through the city of Cuenca, merges into the Amazon river and ends up in the Atlantic Ocean.

Located at -2.9014, -79.0068 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
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Rivers of Ecuador, Azuay Province

University of Cuenca

University of Cuenca is an Ecuadoran university located in Cuenca. University of Cuenca is the principal university of Azuay Province. The university was founded in 1867.

Located at -2.90036, -79.0099 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
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Cuenca, Ecuador, Universities in Ecuador