Cimarrón Monument & El Cobre Sanctuary Tour

On this excursion, we'll learn about the history of the El Cobre Sanctuary and the Cimarrón Monument, one of the most famous monuments in southern Cuba.

Tour to Cimarrón Monument & El Cobre Sanctuary

At the indicated time, we'll meet at the Plaza de Marte. From this central point in Santiago de Cuba, we'll depart in an elegant classic car towards El Cobre, a town located 40 minutes away.

This municipality, of colonial origin, was strategically important in the past due to its copper mines. Our first stop will be the Cimarrón Monument, erected in honor of the 17th-century copper mining slaves. This site is part of a UNESCO initiative aimed at highlighting the stories of those who were enslaved and worked on the island. As we ascend to the monument, we'll enjoy the natural landscapes of the area.

Next, we'll visit the El Cobre Sanctuary, also known as the Basilica Santuario Nacional de Nuestra Señora de la Caridad del Cobre. The basilica, accessed by a staircase of 254 steps, is a significant temple in southern Cuba. We will learn about its religious importance, as it is highly revered by Cubans. Notably, Pope Francis prayed at its altar during his visit to the island in 2015.

After visiting the basilica, we'll take a short walk through the town of El Cobre before returning to Santiago de Cuba in our classic car, completing the tour in 4 hours.