In Viñales the atmosphere is very cozy and calm, which is idyllic to enjoy a few days of relaxation and reflection in contact with nature, with many options for outdoor activities.
In addition to being famous for its valley, it is known for being one of the most important cradles of tobacco plantations in the country. The valley between mountains extends for around 8 kilometers, and on its floor rise the mogotes: curious elevations of around 25 meters, formed of clay and limestone rocks.
We want to share with you this list of places that you cannot miss during your visit to this beautiful destination in Cuba:
1. Jazmines viewpoint
You will be able to observe the immense natural landscape with a beautiful mix of different shades and smells that make this area so special, its view tends to be confused like a giant painting.
2. Mural of Prehistory
It is an unbeatable way to get closer to the art of the inhabitants of Viñales. You will fall in love with this enormous mural painting, full of brightly colored figures on the famous Pita mogote representing the evolution of life in a natural sense. Indians, species of mammals, gigantic animals and mollusks are represented. You can see, in 12 pieces, the evolutionary process of men and animals in the Sierra de los Órganos, in its different stages. Painting or retouching the existing paint on the mural involves a complicated and risky process that takes 5 years to complete; it is painted entirely with a brush.
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3. Indian Cave
A space that will remain engraved in your memory thanks to its underground rivers such as the San Vicente River, which you can explore by boat, and geological formations with various shapes. At the end of the journey you will be able to enjoy the nature of the area, consume its gastronomic offerings and take home some crafts as souvenirs.
4. The balcony of the Valley
It is the place to enjoy the Cuban culinary tradition, while you watch the evening fall, lavishing golden hues across the tobacco plantations and the slopes of the mogotes.
5. Palenque de los Cimarrones
It is a kind of living museum about community life, religion, rites and customs of the Cuban maroons. It is an option to travel to the past and find one of the original cultures of Cuba.
6. Great Cavern of Saint Thomas
It is one of the most famous caves in Cuba and the second largest cave system in all of America, with a total of 45 km of grottoes on various levels. In it you can find bats hanging from the walls and large underground rivers.
7. Casa del Veguero
The best time to get the most out of your visit is between the months of February and May, when you can best appreciate the artisanal cultivation system and the maturation of the tobacco leaves.
8. Town of Viñales
It is relatively small, in the style of the oldest colonial settlements that survive time in Cuba. You can visit the Adela Azcuy Municipal Museum, the Paleontological Museum (as an extension), the Botanical Garden and the Polo Montañez Music House.
9. Viñales Botanical Garden
A beautiful place that is also a guest house, with its own restaurant. In this beautiful place you can take a guided tour and learn about the more than 400 species of plants that are cared for here, some endemic. You will be captivated by the greenery and colorful surroundings, quiet, where you can breathe fresh air.
10. Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
The church was built between 1880 and 1883 and is located in the center of the city, where there are several colonial-type houses, many of them partially rebuilt after damage suffered by hurricanes.
11. La Esmeralda estate
Here you can learn first-hand about the process of planting, growing, collecting, fermenting and making Cuban cigars. Vuelta down is one of the largest Cuban tobacco producing areas, and you cannot miss the opportunity to learn all the information and taste the exquisite final result. You can pair it with the local rum: Guayabita del Pinar.
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Where to stay during your visit to Viñales
Si quieres vivir una experiencia realmente única ayudando a la economía de los locales, te proponemos hospedarte en las casas particulares. Son la forma más auténtica de adentrarte en la cultura cubana, tenemos un montón de cool houses in this destination, échales un vistazo aquí 👇
The most beautiful thing about Viñales is its humble and helpful people, always willing to help travelers to make their stay in this destination very special. This small, picturesque town is one of the most beautiful natural environments in Cuba, which is why hundreds of tourists visit it every week due to its proximity to Havana and its captivating landscapes. If you love natural environments, we invite you to explore these other destinations that will captivate you.
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