Alexander von Humboldt National Park, National park in Holguín and Guantánamo Provinces, Cuba.
Alexander von Humboldt National Park spans across two provinces and combines mountainous terrain, rainforests, cloud forests, and coastal marine environments. The landscape transitions through different habitats from the ocean to higher elevations.
The park received UNESCO World Heritage status in 2001 for its Cretaceous geological formations that expose ancient oceanic crust. These rock formations represent some of the oldest structures in the Caribbean.
The area served as a refuge for escaped people during the 18th and 19th centuries and contains traces of pre-Columbian settlements. This history has shaped how locals understand the place's importance today.
Visitors can explore the park using designated hiking trails while local guides offer tours focusing on plants, animals, and natural features. It is important to prepare for challenging conditions in the steeper forested areas.
The park hosts many plant species found nowhere else on Earth, making it one of the most biologically rich places in the Caribbean. This concentration of life is found nowhere else in the region at such density.
Location: Holguín Province
Location: Guantánamo Province
Inception: February 2, 2001
GPS coordinates: 20.45806,-74.90000
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40
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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