The bus ride to Cuenca was a little long, but it's always nice to see Spain's landscape. Spain's scenery is so eclectic — every part, north or south, has a different tint of color and feel.

Cuenca is a small collection of buildings and people among intimidating cliffs and mountains. As most towns in Spain, Cuenca has an impressive Cathedral. This Cathedral was unique because through various times of restoration, Cuenca attempted to incorporate modern architecture. Alongside traditional stain glass windows, abstract designs let light in just as well. Modernistic artwork hung confidently next to classic Impressionism.

Our hotel was tight — all rooms were small, doorways were short. With such a view, our miniature accommodations were irrelevant. We found a nice restaurante — a few of us ordered an amazing platter of duck in raspberry sauce! I was unlucky and received a mediocre bowl of assorted peppers. Oh well. Unlike Madrid, most of Cuenca shuts down by 10:00 p.m. and the bars closed around 1:00 a.m. — so we received a peek of small-town life in Spain.

Overall, I enjoyed the contrast of lifestyle Cuenca presented and I am thankful for being able to witness such natural beauty.