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Natural areas and historic sites in Cuba

These locations showcase Cuba's landscapes and cultural heritage. The route includes colonial towns, national parks, beaches, and historic fortresses. From tobacco fields in Viñales Valley to Soroa waterfalls, the island presents its architecture, nature, and history.

Viñales Valley
Viñales Valley

Pinar del Río, Cuba

The valley features limestone formations and tobacco fields. Farmers cultivate tobacco using traditional agricultural methods.

Baracoa
Baracoa

Guantánamo, Cuba

This city, founded in 1511, was Cuba's first capital. It stands between mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.

Cayo Coco
Cayo Coco

Ciego de Ávila, Cuba

This island has white sand beaches and mangrove forests. Flamingos and other birds inhabit the coastal areas.

El Yunque
El Yunque

Guantánamo, Cuba

The mountain reaches 575 meters in height and has a flat summit. The ascent passes through rainforest with numerous plant species.

Las Terrazas
Las Terrazas

Artemisa, Cuba

This ecological community implements environmental protection programs and contains native forest areas with hiking paths through the Sierra del Rosario mountains.

Trinidad
Trinidad

Sancti Spíritus, Cuba

This colonial settlement from 1514 features cobblestone streets, Spanish architecture, central plaza, and museums displaying regional history in original buildings.

Cienfuegos
Cienfuegos

Cienfuegos, Cuba

The city center contains French colonial architecture from the 19th century, including the Tomás Terry Theatre and Palacio de Valle mansion on the waterfront.

Topes de Collantes
Topes de Collantes

Sancti Spíritus, Cuba

This protected area in the Escambray Mountains contains hiking trails, coffee plantations, rivers, caves, and tropical forest with local bird species.

Bay of Pigs
Bay of Pigs

Matanzas, Cuba

This bay is a historical site of the failed 1961 US invasion and a popular destination for underwater sports.

Zapata Swamp
Zapata Swamp

Matanzas, Cuba

The biosphere reserve houses rare bird species and prehistoric traces of Caribbean natives in its marshes.

Camagüey
Camagüey

Camagüey, Cuba

The third largest city in Cuba displays colonial architecture with winding alleys and numerous contemporary art galleries.

Jardines del Rey
Jardines del Rey

Ciego de Ávila, Cuba

This chain of islands extends 200 kilometers along the north coast with sand beaches and coral reefs.

Isla de la Juventud
Isla de la Juventud

Cuba

The island offers coral reefs, beaches, the former Presidio Modelo prison and hiking trails through pine forests.

Remedios
Remedios

Villa Clara, Cuba

Colonial town with 17th-century historical buildings and the annual Parrandas festival in December.

Baconao Park
Baconao Park

Santiago de Cuba, Cuba

UNESCO biosphere reserve with dinosaur models, a marine museum and mountains with views of the Caribbean.

San Pedro de la Roca Castle
San Pedro de la Roca Castle

Santiago de Cuba, Cuba

This 17th-century fortress protected Santiago's harbor from pirates and features military history exhibitions.

Guanabo Beach
Guanabo Beach

Havana, Cuba

Located 25 kilometers from the capital, this sandy beach provides an alternative to the popular beaches of Havana.

Yumuri Valley
Yumuri Valley

Matanzas, Cuba

This green region covering 5 square kilometers features hiking paths through tobacco fields and tropical vegetation.

Nicho Waterfalls
Nicho Waterfalls

Cienfuegos, Cuba

The 30-meter waterfall drops into natural pools and is surrounded by forest with native birds.

Jibacoa
Jibacoa

Mayabeque, Cuba

The coastal town features a coral reef 50 meters from the beach with fish and sea turtles.

Cayo Levisa
Cayo Levisa

Pinar del Río, Cuba

The island features white sand beaches and coral reefs. The waters allow snorkeling and diving among sea turtles.

Alejandro de Humboldt National Park
Alejandro de Humboldt National Park

Guantánamo and Holguín, Cuba

The park hosts over 1000 plant species and rare animals. UNESCO recognized the region as World Heritage in 2001.

Finca Vigía
Finca Vigía

Havana, Cuba

The museum displays Hemingway's personal library of 9000 books, his hunting trophies and the boat Pilar.

Cuevas de Bellamar
Cuevas de Bellamar

Matanzas, Cuba

The cave system extends 23 kilometers with crystals and stalactites. The caves formed 300000 years ago.

Morro Castle
Morro Castle

Havana, Cuba

This 16th century military fortress guards the harbor entrance with a lighthouse, casemates and military history museum.

La Gran Piedra
La Gran Piedra

Santiago de Cuba, Cuba

A 1225-meter mountain with a 51-meter long volcanic rock formation and a botanical garden.

Playa Ancón
Playa Ancón

Sancti Spíritus, Cuba

A 4-kilometer sand beach with coral reefs for snorkeling and diving, located 12 kilometers from Trinidad.

Valle de los Ingenios
Valle de los Ingenios

Sancti Spíritus, Cuba

Three interconnected valleys with 75 former sugar plantations and production sites from the 19th century across 250 square kilometers.

Cueva de Saturno
Cueva de Saturno

Matanzas, Cuba

This natural cave contains clear freshwater reaching depths of 20 meters, offering good conditions for swimmers and divers.

El Mejunje
El Mejunje

Villa Clara, Cuba

An independent cultural center operating since 1984 presenting theater, music, and art exhibitions. The venue regularly hosts drag shows and LGBT events.

Salto Fino
Salto Fino

Guantánamo, Cuba

At 305 meters, this is Cuba's highest waterfall, fed by the Arroyo del Jígüe River in the Nipe-Sagua-Baracoa mountains.

El Capitolio
El Capitolio

Havana, Cuba

Government building constructed between 1926 and 1929 with a 62-meter dome. The building now houses the Cuban Academy of Sciences.

Canimar River
Canimar River

Matanzas, Cuba

The waterway provides opportunities to observe native birds and plants during boat rides along the flowing river.

Cascadas de Soroa
Cascadas de Soroa

Artemisa, Cuba

These waterfalls drop 22 meters and are surrounded by orchids and ferns. A hiking path leads to the waterfall.