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The Azuay Prefecture and Cuenca Municipality are jointly promoting 15 new tourist routes across Azuay province for the upcoming October 9, 2026 holiday. These routes aim to expand tourism offerings and encourage visitors to explore destinations beyond Cuenca, supported by the 'Visit Azuay' platform.

Two of Cuenca canton's four community potable water systems, serving approximately 24,000 rural users, are experiencing low pressure and service cuts. The Baños and Nero systems have implemented scheduled suspensions due to reduced water flows caused by the current dry season.

Discover Cuenca's architectural and artisanal past with two special heritage house tours scheduled for Thursday, September 24, and Saturday, September 26, 2026. These routes offer a unique opportunity to explore municipal properties in the Historic Center, delving into the city's educational, artisanal, musical, and architectural history.

Cuenca recently hosted the Third Ordinary General Assembly and International Congress of MotoLatam, bringing together motorcycle sector associations from across Latin America.

Cuenca Cómo Vamos has signed promotion agreements with over 10 media outlets, including Diario El Mercurio, to broaden the dissemination of its reports on the canton's quality of life. This initiative, managed by the University of Azuay since 2024, aims to provide comprehensive data on living conditions.

The University of Cuenca began its second academic period on September 15, 2026, welcoming approximately 16,000 students, including 4,200 new admissions. This period runs through February 2027, highlighting the city's vibrant educational landscape and the high demand for university places.

Guachapala is preparing for its significant annual Fiestas del Señor de Andacocha this September, with the main religious celebration on September 14. Up to 30,000 visitors are expected throughout the month, prompting special traffic and security measures.

Entrepreneurs, artisans, and merchants in Cuenca have an extended opportunity to apply for participation in the upcoming November 2026 festivities fairs, with the new deadline set for September 14.

Fundación TASE’s September 12 walk begins at 8 a.m. and ends at Plaza San Francisco.