Santa Ifigenia Cemetery, National cemetery in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba
The Santa Ifigenia Cemetery spans 32 acres and contains over 8000 tombs arranged along avenues adorned with funerary monuments and landscaped gardens.
Established in 1868 during the War of Independence, this cemetery replaced the Cemetery of Santa Ana and received National Monument status in 1937.
The mausoleum of José Martí features a hexagonal structure where his casket rests under a Cuban flag, receiving direct sunlight throughout the day.
The cemetery grounds open daily with guided tours available, and visitors can reach the site by taking public buses along Avenida Capitán Raúl Perozo.
The tomb of José Martí contains soil from every Latin American country, representing the connections between Cuba and neighboring nations.
Location: Santiago de Cuba
GPS coordinates: 20.03590,-75.84073
Latest update: May 9, 2025 23:43
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