Many key events in Cuba's history have taken place in this province -including the beginning of Cuba's struggles for independence in the mid-19th century and the landing of the cabin cruiser Granma.
The province also has many natural attractions; these include the Desembarco del Granma (Landing of the Granma) National Park -which UNESCO has declared a part of world natural heritage because it contains important flora, fauna and geographic features -Turquino Peak, the highest elevation in the country (6476 feet, or 1974 meters, above sea level); and Marea del Portillo Beach, which has volcanic sand and a stunning backdrop of mountains.
Ideal to discover the roots of Cuban culture, the historical content of our origins, tinged with new transformations and the contagious joy of its people.