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The Amauta Foundation is a non-profit organization devoted to education and research on social and environmental issues in South America, with special emphasis on Ecuadorian studies. It donates a portion of its income to local welfare projects. The Amauta Foundation is located in the historic center of Cuenca, known for its colourful flower and handcraft markets, art galleries, colonial churches and variety of shops. Cuenca is Ecuador’s third largest city with 350,000 inhabitants. It is 2,534 meters above sea level, and has a temperate climate throughout the year. It was founded in 1557 and has maintained its colonial architecture. UNESCO has recently declared it as a World Heritage Site. Our Programs Spanish Language We offer general Spanish training as well as technical Spanish in different fields. Students practice grammar and the four main language skills: conversation, reading, writing, and listening. Classes are fun and entertaining. Tutorials offer one-to-one instruction, tailored to the individual needs and goals of the student. Students can make up their own schedules. Group classes are small, with pair work and team activities. We also offer semestre programs, our main interest is to find universities and colleges that would like to run Spanish- Cultural programs with us. We may organize programs according to special needs.