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Trinidad, Cuba
by Andy / FarAndFurther-team
Trinidad is a town in the Sancti Spirítus Province on the south coast of Cuba. Cigar making, fishing and sugar cultivation have traditionally been the backbone of Trinidad's economy but these days tourism is becoming more and more important.
Trinidad is a beautifully preserved example of colonial Spanish architecture and has achieved a spot on UNESCO's World Heritage List. However, most travelers probably come to Trinidad for its' lively music and nightlife scene as well as easy access to Ancon Beach some 15 kilometres to the south.
Horseback riding is still a common means of transport in Trinidad
Playing cards on the street is a popular way of spending the
afternoon in most Cuban cities
These boys prefer a game of baseball, however
Mother with her children enjoying the afternoon
We had a pleasant chat with these railroad workers
The main church in Trinidad
Ruins of the old church
Trinidad seen from a hill
No visit to Trinidad is complete without a visit to Casa de la Musica
(The House of Music). It has free shows on most nights of the week
After the show locals and travelers enjoy a night of dancing and
drinking
in Casa de la Musica
This disco has been built inside a cave. It is situated behind the church ruins and requires some climbing on an un-lit dirt path to get to.
La Boca
The village of La Boca is only 20 minutes from Trinidad by taxi but feels like it belongs in another time gone a long time ago.
La Boca is really just a little village on the seafront, but it makes a nice change after the somewhat touristy and crowded Trinidad. There were no hotels when we visited La Boca but it had some very nice casa particulars (bed and breakfast places).
Ancon Beach
Ancon Beach can be reached by taxi or by bus in 20 minutes from Trinidad. It has several "all-inclusive" resorts but the beach with its clean white sand and inviting turquoise water is accessible for anyone and there are also some restaurants and cafeterias that cater for independent travelers.
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