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Sierra Maestra
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Sierra Maestra
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This mountain range in southern Cuba is known for being home to the island’s highest peak (Pico Turquino: 1,974 m), as well as serving as Castro’s refuge during the Revolution. The area, also called Turquino National Park, offers stunning landscapes and hiking opportunities.
Overview of the Sierra Maestra
This mountain range in southern Cuba is known for being home to the island’s highest peak (Pico Turquino: 1,974 m), as well as serving as Castro’s refuge during the Revolution. The area, also called Turquino National Park, offers stunning landscapes and hiking opportunities.
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- Type of place: mountain range.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Features:
- Range:
- Length: 240 km.
- Width: 30 km.
- Summit: Pico Turquino (1,974 m).
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- Website: www.cubavoyage.org/sierra-maestra/