Ermita de Monserrate, Matanzas
Visit the Ermita de Monserrate in Matanzas and enjoy the views of this Cuban city and the Yumurí valley
Ermita de Monserrate, Matanzas
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The Ermita de Monserrate (Shrine of Monserrate), to the north of the city of Matanzas, is the perfect place to enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the city and the Yumurí valley. The shrine, characteristic of the city's neoclassical style, was built in 1875 by Catalan settlers. It represents one of the most iconic structures of Cuba's colonial architecture.
It is said that the sponsors of the church's construction decided to build it in this exceptional area of the city, on the heights of Simpson, because of its resemblance to the mountain of Montserrat in their native Catalonia. The inauguration marked the beginning of one of the most famous celebrations in the history of the city, pilgrimages in honour of the patron saint of Catalans, who at the time represented a significant percentage of the Spanish population in Matanzas.
A visit to the Ermita de Monserrate is a must for those who enjoy and appreciate the panoramic views. From its viewpoint, you can marvel at the wild nature of the Yumurí valley, the entire city of Matanzas and the San Juan River to the south.
Next to this shrine you can appreciate the passing of time and imagine how this place has been growing and changing since its foundation to become what it is today.
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Location:
Calle 312.
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Varadero
What to see:
- Parque Josone
- Mansión Xanadú
- Delfinario de Varadero
- Reserva Ecológica Varahicacos
- Cueva de Ambrosio
- Cueva de los Musulmanes
- Iglesia de Santa Elvira
- Parque Central y Parque de las 8 000 taquillas
- Cayo Blanco
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Matanzas
What to see:
- Teatro Sauto
- Plaza de la Vigía
- Catedral de Matanzas
- Barrio de Versalles
- Castillo de San Severino
- Puente Calixto García
- Puente de la Concordia
- Estadio Palmar de Junco
- Parque de la Libertad
- Parque de Bomberos
- Iglesia de San Pedro Apóstol
- Ermita de Monserrate
- Cuevas de Bellamar
- Cuevas de Saturno
- Río Canímar
- Bahía de Cochinos
- San Miguel de los Baños
Beaches:
Museums:
Península de Zapata
What to See:
- Boca de Guamá
- Laguna del Tesoro
- Criadero de Cocodrilos de Guamá
- Gran Parque Natural Montemar
- Cueva de los peces
- Bahía de Cochinos
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