Bellamar Caves, Limestone cave system in Matanzas Province, Cuba.
The Bellamar Caves extend across three kilometers of underground galleries with 28 rooms displaying numerous stalactites and stalagmites throughout the chambers.
A land worker discovered the caves in 1861, leading to their development as one of Cuba's first natural attractions open for public exploration.
The cave complex incorporates a museum at its entrance that presents geological exhibits and indigenous artifacts found within the cave system.
Guided tours lasting 45 minutes operate daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an entrance fee of 10 USD and an additional charge for photography.
The cave system contains suspended solid calcite crystals and underground streams, along with fossils of birds and vertebrates from the Quaternary Period.
Location: Matanzas Province
Elevation above the sea: 60 m
GPS coordinates: 23.01667,-81.55000
Latest update: May 11, 2025 14:28
Cuban landscapes combine colonial buildings in Havana, beaches in Varadero, and tobacco fields in Valle de Viñales. The capital displays historic structures like the Capitol, Gran Teatro, and Morro fortress. The coastal regions present white sand beaches and clear waters.
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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