Yumurí valley, Natural valley in Matanzas Province, Cuba
The Yumurí Valley contains a plain of 80 hectares surrounded by elevations reaching 150 meters, with two rivers crossing its terrain.
Archaeological findings in the valley reveal animal and plant sediments dating back approximately 30 million years, providing evidence of ancient ecosystems.
The name Yumurí stems from indigenous words, where 'yu' translates to white and 'ari/uri' refers to river in Cuban lexicography.
The Bacunayagua Bridge observation point provides views of the valley's landscape, where visitors can observe the abundant Royal Palm trees.
The valley houses the Melocactus matanzanus, a cactus species that exists exclusively in this region of Cuba.
Location: Matanzas Province
Elevation above the sea: 21 m
GPS coordinates: 23.09028,-81.60833
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:51
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