It's now known by tourists from all over the world that this eastern and remote city has plenty attractive charms for those who love ecotourism holidays.
Its complete name is Nuestra Senora de la Asunción de Baracoa and it's a place with urban constructions located in a small space surrounded by abrupt coasts, woods, mountains and rivers.
Located on the eastern coast of the island, the city of Baracoa was the first settlement in Cuba, and is believed to be where Christopher Columbus originally landed on the island. It is a beautiful oyster shaped bay, surrounded by verdant vegetation and wildlife. The flat topped mountain El Yunque provides breathtaking views out across the bay, and the many rivers make it a pleasure to explore on boat or by foot. Despite the historical significance and stunning natural landscape of Baracoa, relatively few people visit this place on their holidays to Cuba, so it is a relaxing place to visit away from the crowds.
ATTRACTIONS
El Yunque - 575 m high mountain, approx. 30 mins by push bike from the centre of town. You must pay to enter the national park, but the views from the peak are fantastic and well worth the 1-2 hr hike.
Yumuri - river gorge accessed by car. Beautful walking tracks.
Relax around the town, share a bottle of rum and koola cola with locals at the nightclub 100 steps above the town. The Casa de la Trova by the church offers itself as a comfortable and welcoming drinking establishment where you can dance with the locals. Popular for any blossoming salsa lovers.
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