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Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba

Cuba is a country known for its spectacular beaches and tumultuous social political history.  Each year, the warm Caribbean climate and endless stretches of unspoiled beaches attract hundreds of thousands of Canadian vacationers and a large numbers of Europeans as well.  From the resorts in Varadero to the city of Havana, there is no shortage of things to do and see while in Cuba.  

 

A row of coco taxis waiting to take customers on a unique ride through Havana

 

Wandering through the streets of Havana, it's hard not to notice beautiful old buildings that are sadly rundown and poorly maintained -- yet that are laden with history and stories.  You'll also be amazed seeing those refurbished vintage American cars still driving on the roads, alongside funny little egg-shaped vehicles known as "coco taxis."  I like the Cuban people, they are good natured and polite, despite the severe shortage of everyday goods (partially due to embargo? government mismanagement?), they are still calm and have good attitude towards life. 

 

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Revolution Square, Havana, with the Jose Mati memorial standing out as the highest structure in the city.

Visitors can also see the giant likenesses of revolutionary hero Che Guevara on major structures in the city

Che Guevara, Havana

Through the narrow streets of central Havana, one can see El Capitolio, once home to Cuba's government. This striking building resembles the US Capitol in Washington, reminding people of the cosy old times between the USA and its Carribean neighbour.

El Capitolio, Havana

One of countless vintage American cars found in Cuba.

Mangroves on the coast, Cuba

Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba

Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba

Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba

Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba

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  • Revolution Square, Havana, with the Jose Mati memorial standing out as the highest structure in the city.
  • Visitors can also see the giant likenesses of revolutionary hero Che Guevara on major structures in the city
  • Che Guevara, Havana
  • Through the narrow streets of central Havana, one can see El Capitolio, once home to Cuba's government.  This striking building resembles the US Capitol in Washington, reminding people of the cosy old times between the USA and its Carribean neighbour.
  • El Capitolio, Havana
  • One of countless vintage American cars found in Cuba.
  • A row of coco taxis waiting to take customers on a unique ride through Havana
  • Mangroves on the coast, Cuba
  • Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba
  • Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba
  • Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba
  • Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba
  • Beautiful, unspoiled beaches of Varadero, Cuba

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Thanks IslandMan,

There are many resorts in the Varadero peninsular.  The Christmas/New Year season is kind of full.  But other than that, still unspoiled to me.  The tour guy told us that currently 80% tourists are Canadians.  I can imagine if sanctions are lifted, there will be lots of tourists from USA, they are much closer in terms of distance.  

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