Trinidad Cuba, Villa De la Santisima Trinidad - Colonial Jewels
Founded by Conquistador Diego Velazquez in 1514.
Trinidad romantic atmosphere mix with slavery colonial past, unique architecture, maze of narrow cobblestone streets.
Magnificent location nestled between high mountains of Escambray Range, and lovely coast of the Caribbean Sea. Pure white sand and clean turquoise water is making Trinidad a unique and fascinating destination, inspiring tourist interest from around the world.
The old town architecture is Neo Classical and Baroque, with a Moorish flavor. Red tiles roofed houses painted on pastel colors, ornamented with artistic balconies, iron wrought railings and multicolor facades.
If you walk over the cobbled streets of the Trinidad, it makes you feel like going back into Colonial time. Visit Romantic Museum and the Cantero Museum near the Parque Mayor, Main Square center of the town.
The Cathedral, Iglesia Parroquial de la Santisima Trinidad, built between 1817 and 1892
is the largest church in Cuba.
From the tower an excellent view of Trinidad, and on the Escambray mountains and Caribbean Sea.
Tower is located near the Main Square, Street Simon Bolivar 423.
Town structure consists of a gorgeous Main Square that has a statue of the Terpsichore - Muse of Music and Dance, to bring inspiration to dancers. The square is flanked by Holy Trinity Church. Spanish conquistador Cortes set out from here for Mexico in 1518.
Trinidad was declared by UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988, along with the Valle de los Ingenios. In 1790 there were 56 sugar mills operates and 12 000 slaves work in the sugar cane fields. At the time region had a population of 28 700.
In the early 19th century slaves revolt in Haiti caused French planters to flee to Trinidad.
Slaves contributed to the formation of Cuban nationality, as they brought along their African customs, traditions, songs and dances, as well as their African religions.
In addition to its cultural wealth and exuberant nature, Trinidad also brags spectacular Valle de los Ingenios, a unique Sugar Mill Valley.
Museo Romantico is overlooking the Trinidad main square.
Has excellent exhibition of romantic style porcelain, glass, paintings and decorative furniture which belonged to the Conde de Brunet family, dating from 1830.
Address: Street Hernandez 52
Museum of Colonial Architecture
Tourists who are interesting of the Colonial architecture the Museo de Arquitectura Colonial is the place to visit. Museum has collections of architectural decoration as: doors, handles, locks, windows, grills, Museum also offers guided tours through the historic streets of Trinidad. The museum is housed in two 18th Century buildings, Sanchez Iznaga residence.
Located right at the town main square.
Museo de Arqueologia Guamuhaya with a view of developments from pre Columbian past, Plaza Mayor / Simon Bolivar 457
Palacio Cantero Municipal Museum, is the most interesting museum in Trinidad, built in 1827.
Since 1980, the museum's halls have exhibited collections on the extraordinary history of the region.
Including archeological artifacts from aboriginal cultures, furniture, arts from slave trade era, weapons from wars of independence.
Wooden staircase led to magnificent view. Palacio Cantero
Museo de Arquitectura Colonial exhibits architecture of Trinidad of the 18th and 19th centuries. Located Desengano 83 - town center.
All the museums are open: Tuesday to Sunday from 9am to 5pm.
If you in Trinidad area, you must visit Valle de los Ingenios and see the spectacular view over the valley from the Iznaga Iznaga Tower
Viazul´s buses link Havana & Trinidad - 5 hour trip. Viazul Bus-line
Driving is the best option to experience Trinidad and Ancon regions.
Trinidad is 80 km east of Cienfuegos, 106 km south of Santa Clara. About 335 km from Havana is and 262 km from Varadero.
Valle de los Ingenios, UNESCO World Heritage Site, also known as Valle de San Luis, on the road to Sancti Spiritus, east of Trinidad. Stretched out over 25 miles between Trinidad and Sancti Spiritus, the valley offers views of a gorgeous countryside with old haciendas, castels and slaves houses. In the center of the valley notice la Torre Manacas Iznaga symbol of the former glory of the sugar aristocracy. Manaca Iznaga Tower, stands next to Pedro Iznaga hacienda, was used to watch slaves. House is now well-known restaurant.
It is possible to tour the valley by car or horseback, with or without a guide. Horse riding tours to the valley are a popular way to see the sights. Tourists can explore Valle de los Ingenios by fantastic old steam train. Steam Train tour
Stunning view of the landscape, and the best way to see the entire Valley is from Mirador de La Loma del Puertos. High lookout, located on the road from Trinidad to Sancti Spiritus.
Accommodation in Trinidad
Iberostar Grand Hotel
In heart of Trinidad, place to experience colonial city. Room-Breakfast from € 87
Brisas Trinidad dl Mar
New resort, right on Ancon beach near Trinidad city.
All Inclusive from € 98
Club Amigo Ancon
Place of unique beauty, at the withe beautiful beach.
All Inclusive from € 69
Hotel Las Cuevas
Over Trinidad historical center, that looks over sea.
Dinner-Breakfast from € 47
Club Amigo Costa Sur
At the beach near Trinidad, 4 bars and swimming pool. All Inclusive from € 59
Those who are looking for beaches, will find a four kilometers peninsula of fine sands and shallow clean waters. You can get there by Air condition mini bus, from Trinidad Colonial center to Ancon beach, round trip cost CUC$ 2.
Ancon Beach, the beach is lovely, pure white sand and clean turquoise water, just 8 km from Trinidad. You can hire a Taxi for $CUC 19 from Trinidad to Playa Ancon via La Boca. Small fishing village "La Boca" located about 6 km south of Trinidad, where there are lots of birds at the coast. Ancone peninsula offer an excellent Scuba Diving and Snorkeling sites. Diving Centers
Cayo Blanco, south of Trinidad, Ancon’s offshore has more than 30 dive spots, and the attraction of sunken vessels. Cayo is famous for its kaleidoscopic variety of corals, sea fans, sponges and gorgonians. Cayo Blanco
Cayo Iguana located about 20 miles of the Trinidad shore, and is one of the most breathtaking destinations.
Diversity of
the marine live and natural beauty of the Iguana Island attracts many tourists seeking relaxation and adventure.
Every day at 9 am Yacht is leaving from Marlin Marina, Ancon beach to Cayo Iguana and Cayo Balnco,
cost CUC$ 40 per person, if purchase at the hotel. Lunch and snorkeling equipment are included.
Cayo Iguana cruise
Topes de Collantes National Park, five kilometers to the west, a road leads north and climbs into the Escambray Range
swathed in Caribbean Pines and an abundance of tree ferns, bamboo and eucalyptus. Topes de Collantes Park
At Topes de Collantes, visit Vega Grande Waterfalls and Batata Cave, where an underground river form numerous pools.
La Canchanchara - famous Trinidad tavern, it’s housed in a mansion
that was build in 1723 the house has its original cedar roof.
Canchanchara it’s is a drink of the region, made from lemon juice, honey and Santero Cuban rum, serve in glazed ceramic pots.
This blend mixes with the magic of a place frozen in colonial time, this was the drink of the Mambises - Cuban Liberating Army.
address: Real entrance Boca and San Jose street, old Trinidad town.
Casa de la Trova, offer excellent live Cuban music in open air and warm atmosphere. Colonial Bar is a place where to have a Mojito drink. Located block from Main Square, entrance street Marquez.
Palenque de los Congos Reales, performances of Cuban folkloric group Afro Cuban dance and music.
Address: #35 del Cristo str.
You must visit Valle de los Ingenios and see the spectacular view over the valley from the Iznaga Tower Iznaga Tower
Disco Cueva - located in Trinidad famous cave. Near Hotel Las Cuevas, above the old town, is open nightly until 3 am.
Trinidad Cuba, Villa De la Santisima Trinidad - Colonial Jewels
