Cuenca’s Carnival 2025: A Dazzling Portrait Unveiled
A new festival poster for Cuenca's 2025 Carnival, crafted by Álex M. Simón, features the vibrant face of young Martín Martínez Saiz, enhanced by María Lahuerta’s makeup artistry. The poster…
Cuenca refers to a term that can denote various geographical and cultural entities, most prominently known as a city in Spain and a province within the autonomous community of Castile-La Mancha. The city of Cuenca is notable for its historic architecture, including the famous hanging houses (casas colgadas) that overlook the Huécar river gorge, and it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its cultural significance and well-preserved medieval layout.
Additionally, Cuenca is also a name associated with other places in Latin America, such as Cuenca in Ecuador, which is known for its colonial architecture and vibrant cultural scene. The term “cuenca” in Spanish translates to “basin” or “depression,” often used in geographical contexts to describe an area where water collects, such as river basins or valleys. The cultural and architectural significance of places named Cuenca contributes to their identity, making them influential in their respective regions.
A new festival poster for Cuenca's 2025 Carnival, crafted by Álex M. Simón, features the vibrant face of young Martín Martínez Saiz, enhanced by María Lahuerta’s makeup artistry. The poster…