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Zapata Swamp National Park

Protected area Ramsar site Swamp Tentative World Heritage Site

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Zapata Swamp National Park, Protected wetland in Matanzas Province, Cuba

The Zapata Swamp National Park covers 4,354 square kilometers of diverse ecosystems, including mangrove forests, grasslands, and coral reefs along the Caribbean coast.

The region transformed from agricultural land to a national park, receiving Ramsar site designation in 2001 and recognition as a Tentative World Heritage Site in 2003.

Nine thousand residents of Spanish descent maintain traditional practices through silviculture, community agriculture, fishing activities, handicrafts, and beekeeping in the surrounding areas.

Visitors can access multiple trails and waterways throughout the park, with temperatures ranging from 20°C in winter months to 30°C during summer season.

The park houses the Cuban crocodile and three bird species found nowhere else: the Zapata wren, Zapata rail, and Zapata sparrow.

Location: Ciénaga de Zapata

Elevation above the sea: 5 m

Part of: Ciénaga de Zapata

GPS coordinates: 22.33333,-81.61667

Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:36

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Cuba combines colonial architecture, tropical landscapes and centuries-old fortifications. From the tobacco fields of Viñales Valley to the colonial towns of Trinidad and Havana, and the waterfalls of Soroa, the island displays its history and natural diversity. The Spanish colonial period left behind fortresses, palaces and cobblestone streets in historic centers. National parks protect karst formations, rainforests and coastal areas. Along the coast lie beaches with turquoise waters and coral reefs. The route passes through different regions of the island, from the mountains of Sierra Maestra to the cayos off the northern coast. Each location shows a different aspect of Cuban culture and nature, whether in the streets of Santiago de Cuba or in the caves of Bellamar.

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