The quintessential Yunguilla Valley parish: La Unión is a small parish within the canton of Santa Isabel that perfectly embodies the lifestyle of the Yunguilla Valley. It is less of a town and more of a sprawling area of country homes and farms.
A hub for "Hosterías" and vacation homes: This area is particularly dense with "hosterías" (country inns), private "quintas" (vacation homes), and recreational complexes, making it a primary destination for weekend leisure.
The heart of "Cuen-Cali": La Unión is central to the area colloquially known as "Cuen-Cali" (a portmanteau of Cuenca and Cali, Colombia), referencing its warm, sunny, and festive weekend atmosphere, which contrasts with the cooler highlands.
An agricultural landscape: The entire area is set amidst a backdrop of agriculture, with fields of sugarcane and other crops dotting the landscape between the residential properties.
Warmer and lower than Cuenca: Situated deep in the valley, La Unión enjoys the classic Yunguilla climate: significantly warmer, drier, and sunnier than Cuenca, making it the ideal spot for poolside relaxation.