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Monumento a la Toma del Tren Blindado

Santa Clara

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Monumento a la Toma del Tren Blindado

This monument commemorates the historic battle fought here by Che Guevara and a band of rebels, a decisive battle in their struggle to overturn the Batista regime. The original train cars have been in place since 1958. Visit the small museum to gain further insight into the battle and the revolution more generally.

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Life in Santa Clara is geographically centered around Parque Vidal, a pleasant park and square surrounded by museums, theaters and concert halls, all housed in some of the city's most beautiful buildings. Thematically, though, it revolves around Che Guevara and his role in the revolution and the battles fought here. Be sure to visit his mausoleum and the museum dedicated to his memory and struggles.

Che Guevara Mausoleum Copyright: Man-ucommons / Wikimedia Commons
Che Guevara Mausoleum
The legendary revolutionary's remains, along with those of a few dozens of his fellow combatants, are buried at this location, having been transported here from Bolivia during the 1990's. Idolized as he is in Cuba, Che's Mausoleum holds great symbolic importance, and it is the centerpiece of most visits to Santa …
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Che Guevara Museum Copyright: KKulikov / Shutterstock.com
Che Guevara Museum
At the site of Che's Mausoleum there is also a simple but good museum dedicated to his life and struggles. Many of his personal possessions are on display, including a gun, water bottle and other artifacts, as well as an excellent photograph …
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Monumento a la Toma del Tren Blindado Copyright: isol / Wikimedia Commons
Monumento a la Toma del Tren Blindado
This monument commemorates the historic battle fought here by Che Guevara and a band of rebels, a decisive battle in their struggle to overturn the Batista regime. The original train cars have been in place since 1958. Visit the small museum to gain further insight into the battle and the revolution more …
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Parque Vidal Copyright: DayOwl / Shutterstock.com
Parque Vidal
Parque Leoncio Vidal is the city's main square and principal center of civic life. The lovely buildings that surround the square serve as public gathering points, such as the municipal library and Casa de la Cultural, while street artists and pedestrians fill the square with …
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Museo de Artes Decorativas Copyright: Guillaume Baviere / Flickr
Museo de Artes Decorativas
Dating back to 1810, when it was a private residence, the Museo de Artes Decorativas is the oldest building in Parque Vidal. The exhibits consist of crystals, statues and other decorative items spread throughout the beautiful home's …
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Catedral de Santa Clara de Asis Copyright: Lezumbalaberenjena / Wikimedia Commons
Catedral de Santa Clara de Asis
Now the city's main cathedral, it was built among a bit of controversy in the mid-20th century, as it replaced the original city church on Parque Vidal. It is home to a white statue of the Virgin Mary which was mysteriously lost for several decades, only to be found in a ditch and finally …
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Casa de Cultura Juan Marinello Copyright: Aleksandar Todorovic / Shutterstock.com
Casa de Cultura Juan Marinello
Casa de Cultura Juan Marinello is the city's premier venue for the performing arts, hosting concerts and other shows. Performances usually start at 9pm on weekdays, and every Sunday they host a street concert at …
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Teatro La Caridad Copyright: Tupungato / Shutterstock.com
Teatro La Caridad
Another stunning building on Parque Vidal, Teatro la Caridad is Santa Clara's main theater, which dates back to 1885 and is one of the few remaining colonial theaters in the country. It is the main stage for several performing arts groups and orchestras. …
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Fábrica de Tabacos Constantino Pérez Carrodegua Copyright: Aleksandra H. Kossowska / Shutterstock.com
Fábrica de Tabacos Constantino Pérez Carrodegua
Santa Clara's main tobacco factory produces some of the best cigars in the country and can be toured at a leisurely pace. The nearby shop sells the wares of the production line, as well as rums and other products. …
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Loma del Capiro Copyright: Alexandra / Wikimedia Commons
Loma del Capiro
Just minutes from the city center lies Loma del Capiro, a hill that offers stunning panoramic views of the city extending below. The top of the hill sports a couple of flags and metallic monument to Che …
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