Cuba (Spanish Cuba) is the largest island in the Antilles and a country in Central America with (2018) 11.3 million residents; The capital is Havana.

Cuba is worth a visit as the country has many different attractions.

Cuba should definitely be the capital of the countrywatch. Havana isparticularlyinteresting and leaves the impression of a better time through the picturesque alleys and the partly dilapidated buildings.

One of the best-preserved neighborhoods that efforts are being made to preserve is Miramar. You should definitely not miss this historic city center of Havana. This part of the city has also been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Therefore, the derelict or damaged buildings have been restored for some time.

A visit to the Palacio de los Capitanes is an absolute must, but not because it is almost a national museum, but because many different peacocks walk in the inner courtyard and the complex is very similar to Seville’s Alcazar.

A detour to Torrre Tavira is also recommended. The tower is the twin of the tower of the same name in Cadiz (Spain). The Foralessa de San Carlos de la Cabana should be visited especially in the evening, as every day the evening is initiated with cannon shots. The Cristobal Colon cemetery, which is almost a small town of its own made of marble and granite, is a bit strange but still impressive. The Capitol, the Malecon, should also be seen.

The province of Pinar del Rio is particularly well knownfor their high quality tobacco. There are various tobacco factories for tourists to visit here. Near Vinales is the Mural de Prehistoria, a painted rock wall.

There are also many beautiful beaches in the area, most of which are in nature reserves.

Trinidad is a beautiful city on the south coast of Cuba, which has already been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The city has many historic buildings from the country’s colonial days, as well as an art gallery and a church.

The city of Santiago de Cuba has just as many attractions to offer. The Palza de Cespedes and the cathedral there are definitely worth seeing. The city also has a number of other impressive buildings. You should also have seen the Castillo de San Pedro del Morroat the entrance of the bay in front of the city. From there you have a wonderful view of Santiago. There is also a naval museum in the fortress.

Varadero is the typical vacation spot for tourists. There are many beaches and hotels here. The place is just too ideal for water sports enthusiasts and bathing holidaymakers. Not far from here is the man-made Indian village of Guama. The village was built even though there are actually no Indians in Cuba. Today it is more of a tourist attraction.

The small town of Baracoa used to be a very important base for the Spaniards. Today it is rather uninteresting for tourists, as it has been heavily polluted by nickel mining.

Camaguey Province in Cuba

The city of Camagüey is the capital of the province of the same name, which extends into central Cuba. Around 300,000 people live in the capital. But Florida and Nuevitas are also important cities in the Camagüey province. Geographically, the land area of ​​the province is rather flat and level. There are only a few, not very high elevations in the entire area. The southeast is considered popularholiday destination. The Gulf of Guacanayabo borders the province.

Economy in Camagüey

Economically, the entire province is strongly oriented towards agriculture. The production of sugar is typical of thatregionand is one of the main sources of income for Camagüey alongside cattle breeding.

Geography of Camagüey

In the north of the area you can find the Camagüey archipelago. This is hardly touched by human hands and is considered to be one of the most beautiful natural parks in Cuba. Jardins del Rey should also be seen as a visitor to the province. In this area you will also find the beautiful sandy beaches. There the offshore islands offer a beautiful sight.
The south of the Camagüey province also has a lot to offer travelers and visitors. There is the Jardins de la Reina archipelago. Geographically, it only partially belongs to the province of Camagüey. However, the tourist infrastructure is hardly developed here.

The capital Camagüey

The capital of the same name is of course very important for the province. Not only is Camagüey the third largest city in Cuba, it is also very important economically. Because the city, founded in 1514, is close to the natural port Nuevita on the north coast. The city itself was moved further into the interior of the country twice in its history of existence. The reason for this was frequent raids by pirates. They looted Camagüey and so the residents were forced to withdraw further in order not to offer a direct target.
Finally, in 1668, Henry Morgan came with his pirates and burned the city completely down. The city has been called Camagüey since 1923. The name comes from an Indian leader and was given to the city in his honor.

Attractions in Camagüey

The province of Camagüey is very interesting for visitors. The old town of Camagüey is one of the largest and still preserved of its kind. Directly after Havana, it occupies the most important position in the historical architecture of Cuba. The beautiful old town was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2008.

The huge, bulbous clay jugs are very remarkable, which are next to numerous entrances. You can also find them in many inner courtyards. The background to the optically typical character trait of the region is that these jugs serve as water reservoirs. This is used to catch the rainwater in order to use it when there is a lack of water. Although there is running water today and you no longer have to rely solely on rainwater, these jugs still serve as a kind of rain barrel. The very large mugs, mostly made of clay, are not only a real eye-catcher and fascinate the visitor to the region again and again, but they are also a landmark of the city of Camagüey.

Santiago de Cuba

According to Clothesbliss, Santiago de Cuba, is the provincial capital and second largest city in Cuba, port on the sheltered bay of the eastern south coast, (2016) 433 100 residents.

Archbishopric; University (founded in 1947), historical and archaeological museum; Petroleum refinery, petrochemical and others Industry, sugar and rum factories; Tourism; Railway terminus, international airport. The annual carnival parades in July are famous.

The cathedral (first built in 1514, destroyed several times by earthquakes) is the oldest church in Cuba. The castle of San Pedro de la Roca (fortification “El Morro”, UNESCO World Heritage Site; built in 1600, destroyed in 1662, rebuilt in 1664) is located at the entrance to the bay.

Santiago de Cuba was founded by Diego de Velázquez in 1514 and was the capital of Cuba from 1523–52. In the 17th and 18th centuries it was plundered several times by Flibustiers and destroyed by earthquakes.