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National park in Cuba
Photo: Dr. Anthony R. Picciolo, NOAA NODC, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
Sierra Maestra Gran National Park, also known as Pico Turquino National Park, is a protected natural area in Eastern Cuba. Forested parklands surround Turquino Mountain, which is the highest point in Cuba at 1,974 meters. The park also has interesting historical sites and markers from the Cuban Revolution. The park includes a former command post of Fidel Castro's and a field hospital run by Che Guevara.
The nearest airport is in Holguín (IATA|HOG). The town at the park entrance for the northern ascent hike is Santo Domingo. The park can also be entered on the southern side via Santiago de Cuba.
Read in the guideThere are no roads in the park. Hiking is your only option, so be sure to pack comfortable, sturdy boots and extra socks.
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