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The Varadero 18 Km peninsula is located in a place called Hicacos, in the Matanzas province. Here you will find the most famous beaches in Cuba, Caribean blue stretches of water and a constant temperature of 25 ºC throughout the year, which enables the practice of water sports and swimming in any season.
Varadero is the swimming area par excellence in
Cuba. It has always been the favorite destination
The main attractions in Varadero are the beaches, which are surrounded by hotels that provide a holiday plan for the entire family, and the Xanadú mansion, an old colonial residence which has been turned into a restaurant. Other places of interest include the Museo de Municipal, where you can find out about the history of Varadero. Parque Josone is a lush and peaceful park where you can enjoy nature and also have access to a variety of restaurants, cafés, play games and buy local arts and crafts at the market.
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near-by city of Matanzas, we recommend you visit the Plaza de La Vigía and
the Monumento al Mambí desconocido, which pays tribute to the unsung heroes of
the independence war. The Museo
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Long before the arrival of the Spanish, this land
was inhabited by the Siboney indians, who belong to the indigenous people of
Cubacanán. A place of special interest, for both Cuban and foreign tourists in
this area, is the San Ambrosio cave. The walls of this cave are covered with
drawings and geometrical designs made by these indians, hundreds of years ago.
You can explore its caves and escarpments, a necklace of virgin caves that are
easy to get to and the carefully preserved natural landscape at the northeastern
end of the peninsula. 
for many Havana residents
since the 19th century, when it still belonged to Cárdenas. Back then people
used to come to Varadero by steam boat.
Provincial de Matanzas offers an interesting
compilation of the local history. It is located inside the Palacio de Junco, an
exceptionally beautiful colonial residence. Visit the Teatro Sauto, which was
erected in 1863 and is now a national monument. And last but not least, take a
walk in Paque Central, a park that will "cater" for the whole family.