La Mancha and La Manchuela make up the majority of the territory of Cuenca; all of the south and a good bit of the western part of the province. Together they form a natural panorama, although each features its own special characteristics. La Manchuela is found to the south, and its flatlands never rise above the 800 meter level. To the west, between the Júcar and Cabriel Rivers, and with the Serranía to the north, we find La Mancha. These are also flats with scarce vegetation, but this area is heavily cultivated, above all with grape vines.
Both are zones with good wines, cheeses, and meats (lamb and game—partridge, hare and rabbit). The land here favors the elaboration of an exquisite cuisine that can be enjoyed in local restaurants and gastronomic houses. La Manchuela is also the leading producer of mushrooms in Spain.

Natural areas like the Cabriel Gorge Reserve are officially protected and it is necessary to obtain permission before visiting them. Such protective measures have enabled the conservation of this privileged zone. In nearby spots, such as the banks of the Cabriel River, attractive tourist activities are being developed with a focus on water sports: canoeing, canyon descents and more. Hiking and other activities also allow for the enjoyment of this pure, protected nature.
Perhaps the most spectacular seasons for visiting this part of the province are spring and fall. In the case of spring, the explosion of colors in the countryside and the extra hours of daylight allow for observing the landscape and delighting in sunsets. In autumn, following the grape harvest, another landscape makes itself known. Time comes to a halt and colors change almost as if by magic.

The Heritage of the region of La Mancha is rich and varied. Natural elements as well as history are reasons enough to justify a visit here. The wetlands of La Mancha (Manjavacas, Las Celadillas, the Reservoir of Los Muleteros), windmills (Mota del Cuervo), castles (Haro, Belmonte, Santiago de la Torre, the Castle of Garcimuñoz), plazas (Mota del Cuervo, Belmonte, San Clemente, La Alberca de Záncara), religious buildings and churches (Villaescusa de Haro, Belmonte, Mota del Cuervo, El Provencio, San Clemente), historic quarters (Belmonte, San Clemente), and popular architecture (El Pedernoso, Las Pedroñeras, La Alberca de Záncara, San Clemente, Sisante), are sought out by numerous visitors who want to discover this area, immortalized as it has been in the universal novel by Cervantes.