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Santa Clara is the capital of the Cuban province, Villa Clara, located three hours from Havana. It is located in almost the most central region of Cuba and is characterized as a pleasant university city, friendly and safe. With mostly colonial architecture and narrow streets, you will delight in the charm of this city and its warm and friendly inhabitants.
Cuban cities often feature a central park that invites families, friends, and tourists to visit, shop, and dine in a beautiful and serene setting. Santa Clara features such a park called the Parque Central or Central Park that spans an entire square city block. ...
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Cuban custom, although not as common in this day and age, was to walk around the park to meet and visit with others. This was particularly true of singles, with the men walking the outer part of the park and the women walking the inner park. There is a significant statue featured in the park of the much-loved Marta Abreu, admired for her constant aid to the poor as well donations to the city. She is referred to as "The Great Benefactor."
Santa Clara contains many historic landmarks, monuments, museums, art galleries, and cafés and cantinas. In May, the annual Exuberarte, an exciting Santa Clara fashion event occurs, Santa Clara also hosts a mausoleum for the fallen from the Revolution, including the famed Che Guevara.
For a little relaxation on the beach, you must visit Cayo Las Bryjas, which is north of the city, and features a beautiful, unspoiled beach. It is magnificent and remote with the world's second widest coral reef and exquisite diving. Also within close proximity is the glorious Santa Maria beach, one of the newest beach destinations in Cuba that features over ten kilometers of fine, pearly sand and an ideal location for water sports. You will bask in the charm of Santa Clara and truly enjoy the people, attractions and activities.
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The currency used is the convertible Cuban Peso.
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The temperature ranges from a low of 20°C to a high of 32°C depending on the time of year.
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The voltage used is 110V or 220V.
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The language used in Santa Clara is Spanish but English is also spoken.
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The time zone in Santa Clara, Cuba is GMT (UTC) -5.
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Documents required to visit Santa Clara
Canadian Citizens please click here
Non-Canadian citizens please contact the consulate or embassy for information.
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