Centro Historico de la ciudad.

Description

The city of Santiago de Cuba treasures centuries of history and traditions; inserted in the warmest region of the country and of great natural beauty, the historic center of Santiago de Cuba brings together relevant artistic and social values; It has sites and buildings declared National and Local Monuments.

Fortaleza San Pedro de la Roca

Description

The fortress is made up of a series of fortifications, built with the aim of protecting the important port of Santiago. This intricate complex of forts, magazines, bastions and batteries, is considered a jewel of military architecture in the Caribbean. It has a high artistic value due to the conception of its design and location, it has great authenticity and originality. It was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

Museo del Carnaval Santiaguero

Description

It is number 301 of Heredia Street and its rooms are completely dedicated to the history of these popular festivities, different from those that take place in other parts of Cuba, due to the fact that in their origins they mixed Spanish, African and Franco-Haitian influences. This confluence of cultures, imposed a greater dance and rhythmic diversity, the use of costumes and other distinctive elements that make the carnivals of Santiago de Cuba the most spectacular in the country.

Cementerio Santa Ifigenia

Description

This cemetery was inaugurated in February 1868. It was the 3rd cemetery officially used in Cuba, much of the past and present history of this Caribbean city is found in its tombs. The site is a National Monument since 1979, because of the rich historical, architectural and cultural arsenal that it treasures. Names of men closely linked to the history of the struggle for freedom appear in the registers of the necropolis, which makes it a mandatory place of reference for the visitor.

Santuario de la Virgen del Cobre

Description

On a hill and surrounded by the greenery of the mountains stands the Church of the Virgin of Charity of Cobre, with its large dome guarded by the bell towers on both sides, its staircase and its beautiful stained glass windows with religious images. It is a picturesque and unique place, being one of the religious sites most venerated by Cubans. Thousands of people visit him every day to ask and thank the Patroness of Cuba.