9 CUBA UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES

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Cuba’s UNESCO World Heritage sites are as naturally and culturally diverse as the country itself.

It’s home to nine world heritage sites — and it’s no wonder.

The Castillo de la Real Fuerza, Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta, Castillo de los Tres Reyes del Morro, and 12 additional fortifications still stand, and are some of the most interesting things to see in Cuba.

Old Havana and Its Fortification System

Old Havana (Habana Vieja) has four main plazas: Plaza de la Catedral, Plaza de San Francisco, Plaza Vieja and Plaza de Armas. They are  still intact today.  Visiting these plazas is one of the best things to do in Havana.

The main attraction is its main square, Plaza Mayor, created in the neo-baroque style. Travelers head here to visit the Museo Romántico and Museo de Arquitectura to check out the area’s sugar history.

Trinidad and the Valley de los Ingenios

Another one of Cuba’s famous fortresses sits on the island’s eastern coast in Santiago de Cuba. Built in 1638, San Pedro de la Roca Castle protected Cuba from conquest in the 17th century and 18th century.

San Pedro de la Roca Castle, Santiago de Cuba

Cienfuego’s colorful historic center, considered by many to be the most beautiful and best of Cuba, is flanked by neoclassical buildings and is the cultural hub for Cienfuegos.

Urban Historic Center of Cienfuegos

The Viñales Valley is a hiker’s paradise about 3 and a half hours west of Havana. This area has been known for its natural beauty and tobacco plantations since the 19th century.

Viñales Valley

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