Top Destinations in Cuba

    Santiago de Cuba

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    Santiago de Cuba

    Santiago de Cuba is the second largest city in Cuba and a historical and cultural treasure. The city is often regarded as the root of the Cuban Revolution, and the many museums here retrace key events from this important period of Cuba's history. But unlike Trinidad, which seems frozen in time, Santiago de Cuba mixes modern architecture and industrial developments with its colorful colonial gems and historic fort. This bustling metropolis is also home to one of the country's most prominent universities, giving it a young and vibrant edge. Shaped by its rich mix of cultures and Afro-Caribbean heritage, the city is often said to be the most Caribbean city in the country. Today, travelers can experience this multi-cultural vibe in the eclectic music, diverse architecture, art galleries, and lively festivals. Day trips are also appealing from here. Not far from the city, tourists can visit a famous pilgrimage site, or hike to the top of a rocky summit for inspiring views across mist-shrouded peaks.

    Top rated attracttions of the zone

    • Castillo de San Pedro del Morro
    • Parque Cespedes
    • Cementerio de Santa Ifigenia
    • Museo de Ambiente Historico Cubano
    • Cuartel Moncada
    • Plaza de la Revolucion
    • Gran Piedra (Jardin Botanico)
    • Caridad del Cobre