Sierra del Rosario

The Sierra del Rosario mountain range spans 266 square kilometers of tropical forests with evergreen and semi-deciduous environments reaching elevations of 699 meters.

In February 1984, Sierra del Rosario became the first designated biosphere reserve in Cuba, marking a milestone in the country's environmental conservation efforts.

Local communities within the Sierra del Rosario region maintain traditional agricultural practices and contribute to regional conservation through sustainable farming methods.

Visitors require professional guides to explore the reserve's network of trails, which provide access to observation points for studying local flora and fauna.

The reserve houses over 800 plant species, of which 35 percent exist only in this area, including rare specimens adapted to the specific mountain climate.

Location: Pinar del Río Province

Inception: 1984

Elevation above the sea: 699 m

GPS coordinates: 22.73000,-83.30000

Latest update: May 12, 2025 00:29