Gran Piedra, Mountain summit in Santiago de Cuba Province, Cuba
Gran Piedra is a hill in Santiago de Cuba Province topped by a massive rocky boulder near its summit. The site sits within a mountain range that forms part of the Sierra Maestra system.
In the late 1700s, French people escaping the slave revolt in Haiti arrived and started coffee plantations throughout this region. Their settlement and farming practices shaped the landscape that exists today.
The area carries memories of coffee plantation life, visible in the preserved mansion of La Isabelica where visitors can walk through old rooms and gardens. These spaces show how planters once lived and worked in this remote highland region.
Reaching the top requires climbing a stairway from the parking area, which demands good physical condition. The effort rewards you with views across the surrounding mountains and toward the ocean.
The boulder at the top is so massive that it has stayed in place for centuries without shifting or breaking apart. Scientists study this rock formation as an unusual example of how geological forces shaped this area.
GPS coordinates: 20.01132,-75.62708
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
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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