{"id":659,"date":"2024-03-28T18:14:14","date_gmt":"2024-03-28T23:14:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.rentalho.com\/?p=659"},"modified":"2024-10-22T09:59:09","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T14:59:09","slug":"sitios-en-las-terrazas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.rentalho.com\/en\/sitios-en-las-terrazas\/","title":{"rendered":"Las Terrazas, an ecological paradise"},"content":{"rendered":"

Las Terrazas is considered the first Eco-Museum in Cuba and is located in a privileged environment that will captivate you. Its leafy hills full of exotic birds, its refreshing baths that spring from nature and the San Juan River that runs through its fields, are just some of the natural wonders that await you here. We invite you to discover everything that Las Terrazas has to offer in an environment that has been reborn into a natural paradise. Just one hour from Havana you can escape and enjoy this magical destination where the land is not exploited, but rather cared for and lived respecting its cycles in complete harmony with nature. Here we bring you some recommendations of all the places you can visit in this destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Curujey Ranch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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It is the starting point to get to know the beautiful town of Las Terrazas, it is the visitor information center where you decide the path you will take. You will enjoy the tranquility of Lake El Palmar, where the natural and the artificial merge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. The Polo Monta\u00f1ez House-Museum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Institution created to preserve and disseminate the musical work of the late local singer-songwriter, Polo Monta\u00f1ez, where attributes of the extraordinary creator are exhibited, against the backdrop of traditional Cuban music and, especially, his own creations. This famous composer and singer-songwriter has a great story of humility that we will tell you in another article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Moka Alley<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The magic of architecture inserted in a rugged topography allows for the creation of ingenious works of high aesthetic value, such is the case of the Callej\u00f3n de la Moka, a type of boulevard located very close to the Moka hotel, where a waste of grace has been made in the architectural design and where the most varied services are provided, including: the El Ilang essential oils laboratory, the Cusco Bazaar, and the fine sweets confectionery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ilang: Essential Oil Perfumery<\/strong>
Located in the Callej\u00f3n de la Moka, this small place allows the visitor to enjoy and buy the aroma of our flowers, roots and leaves of natural plants in small containers intended for this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cusco Bazaar<\/strong>
Space located in Callej\u00f3n de la Moka where works by different local artists and craftsmen are exhibited and sold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Maria's Coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Family space, conceived under the philosophy of a direct Tourism-Community relationship. Mar\u00eda is a farmer who came to live in the Las Terrazas community since its foundation. Her home, and an adjoining space, serve as a favorable setting for meeting the Cuban family, while she enjoys a delicious cup of coffee among the many varieties that exist. From the cafe's balcony you can see a beautiful panorama of the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Plastic artist workshops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In Las Terrazas there are three studios of famous plastic artists who have found inspiration for their work here. You can visit their studios and take home some of their works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lester Campa<\/strong>
Plastic artist of international prestige who addresses the landscape theme inspired by the environment of Las Terrazas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Henry Aloma<\/strong>
His work combines elements of nature with a surreal essence of minimal techniques such as acrylic on linen, etching and watercolor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jorge Duport\u00e9<\/strong>
Specialist in capturing the textures, colors and shapes of Cuban plants and flowers. Although he recently passed away you will be able to enjoy his beautiful work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ariel Gato<\/strong>
Visual artist of national prestige who creates works of art with recycled paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Canopy Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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An unforgettable adventure in Cuba. Aerial trip along steel cables, through which you can make a 1.6 km descending journey and perceive from great heights the charismatic environment of the Las Terrazas community. Qualified staff and equipment of the highest level of quality and safety will guarantee you immemorial moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Boat House<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Don't miss the experience of taking a rowboat ride on Lake San Juan and enjoy the haven of peace contemplating the town of Las Terrazas and its beautiful tropical surroundings from the waters of this calm lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. San Juan Baths Waterfall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Relax while contemplating the waterfall of the refreshing Ba\u00f1os del R\u00edo San Juan that springs up in the middle of nature crossing its fields. You can stay in their rustic cabins for a more pleasant experience of coexistence with nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you are a big fan of adventure and exploration, this destination is also for you. It has a variety of trails and routes that will allow you to feel a closer connection with nature. Discover all the possibilities in this article:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Outdoor Adventure at Las Terrazas<\/a><\/blockquote>