Santiago de Cuba - second in importance andlargest settlement of the island of Cuba. The date of its foundation is the year 1514. It stretches along the southeastern tip of the island. This city is most affected by Caribbean culture. Therefore, his life and lifestyle are strikingly different from the traditions of Havana.
According to European tourists, Santiago de Cuba- the most temperamental, sensual and musical city in Cuba. He is deprived of colonial development. There are no broad avenues and spacious squares paved with cobblestones.
Spring almost always dominates in the city. It owes its mild climate to the mountain range that protects it from the winds. Therefore, in Santiago de Cuba almost always reigns sunny and warm weather.
International flights take the main airportcountry. It is located in the vicinity of Havana. Buses and even trains ply from the capital to the city. In the village itself there are taxi services and private cab drivers.
Business Card Santiago de Cuba - Centralsquare. It is surrounded by old mansions, which once belonged to the most respected nobles of the city. Diego Velasquez, the founder and first governor of this settlement, lived in one of these houses. Here is the town hall, and behind it you can see the spiers of the cathedral.
The city is spread over several hills.Therefore, its streets run up and then headlong down. The tops of the hills are excellent viewing platforms. They offer amazing panoramas of the Caribbean Sea and city blocks.
Эта улица, которая напоминает лестницу, является The real attraction of the central area of Santiago de Cuba. During the daytime its steps are occupied by holidaymakers, idle tourists, locals playing dominoes. Since Padre Picot street is located in the heart of the city, its highest point is a favorite place of travelers, photographers and artists. This is a unique opportunity to look at close quarters from a bird's eye view.
The fortress complex is included in the list of the worldUNESCO heritage. San Pedro de la Roca del Moro rises above the azure coves of Santiago. The fortress was built in 1642. She served as a military structure to protect against pirates. Even the legendary navigator Henry Morgan was not able to take San Pedro de la Roca del Moro by storm.
Today in this landmark buildingThe halls of the Museum of Piracy of Santiago de Cuba are located. How to get here? It's simple. Follow the direction of the center, and then go down to the sea. The city walls are visible from afar. By the way, along with the museum in the tower is also the Armory.
This pedestrian zone is considered to be the epicentercultural and commercial life of the city. It concentrates a huge number of boutiques, shops, cafes, snack bars and restaurants. Right on the sidewalk are musicians and artists performing.
On Aguilera Street, besides the attractions inin the form of old estates, there are comfortable hotels. By the way, anyone who has the means can afford to rent an apartment in one of the elaborate mansions of Aguilera Street.
Avenue on which you can walk for hours.It may not be a historical landmark, but it reflects the spirit of modern Santiago de Cuba. High-rise buildings are proudly rising along Las Americas.
Immediately located hotels that easilywill give odds to hotels concentrated in the city center. The minimum cost of living in standard rooms is 3 000 rubles per night. Private traders for a small room asking for 1,200 rubles.
The local travel agencies are an inquisitive tourist withEasily find a lot of interesting sightseeing tours at affordable prices. This is a great option for a quick acquaintance with all the attractions of Santiago de Cuba. The cost of excursions is different. Short trips will cost 1,200 rubles. For day trips ask 2 400 rubles.
This park comes alive in the late afternoon.Cespedes is the noisiest place in the city and one of the most popular attractions of Santiago de Cuba. Any local resident will tell you that it was in this square that Fidel Castro made the official announcement about the victory of the revolution.
The temple is a colossal building,which consists of several interconnected structures. On summer holidays, its facade plays the role of a huge screen on which images of light shows are projected. They say that the spectacle turns out to be unforgettable.
The historical value of this object, located in the heart of the city, it is difficult to exaggerate. Fidel Castro himself rests on his land. Other important historical figures are buried next to it.
Near the city is an old churchBlessed Virgin of Mercy. It contains the sculpture of the saint, carved out of wood. Parishioners bring her flowers and various jewelry. This is the local tradition. Under the arches of the basilica are stored cups and medals of outstanding athletes of the island.
Walking distance from the Basilica of the Blessed VirginMercy sprawled luxurious landscaped square. The main attraction of the park is the valley of dinosaurs. The huge plain is occupied by figures of prehistoric monsters. There you can see the images of ancient people. This park is also protected by UNESCO.
Carnivals held annually inSantiago de Cuba attracts hundreds of tourists to the island. The most popular show is at the end of July. Celebrations stretch for four days. At this time, the city is flooded with people in carnival costumes. Its center is occupied by the mummers' processions. Right on the streets theatrical performances and musical performances unfold. The settlement is immersed in unbridled fun.
In St. Petersburg there is a street of Santiago de Cuba.Index - 194291. In this street there are forty households. These are mainly office and residential buildings. The first floors of the houses are occupied by shops, beauty salons, representative offices of companies. There are even medical facilities.
Take at least mycology clinic onSantiago de Cuba. Its employees are engaged not only in research work, but also in publishing. The main profile of the organization is the mycological analysis of objects. The editors of the polyclinic regularly publish the series Problems of Medical Mycology. Prints monographs, educational and methodical manuals.
Рядом, на улице Сантьяго-де-Куба, 2, высится twelve-storey residential building. Opposite it is a local landmark. It is about the bust of Pavel Nikolaevich Kashkina. In his honor, a nearby institution of the Institute of Medical Mycology was named. To the left of the monument is the Center for Family Medicine SZGMU them. I.I. Mechnikov.
