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Las Tunas Cuba | The City of Sculptures

El Cornito las tunas

We should be happy for the sculptures in the ‘city of sculptures’, all providing innovative, much-needed visual appeal across Las Tunas’ dreary city center.

It all began at the 3rd Sculptors National Meeting in 1977 which pushed Las Tunas to prominence as Cubes capital of street sculpture amount amassing a quality list of works whose presence is thanks to outstanding national artist’s figures such as Rita Longa. Shortly after this surge in interest in Las Tunas, national artists throughout the island began donating collections to the province. As such, over the past 30 years, artistic piece by piece, the province has won the accolade “City of Cuban Sculpture”.

Start the sculpture trail in Plaza Martí, where an imaginative bronze statue of the ‘apostle of Cuban independence’ by Rita Longa also doubles as a solar clock. This piece was inaugurated in 1995 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of José Marti’s death.

La Fuente de Las Antilles las tunas

Other notables statues include La Fuente de Las Antilles , elaborate interwoven figures symbolizing the emergence of the Greater Antilles’ indigenous peoples called Taino Indians, Monumento al Trabajo, commemorating Cuban workers, and the pencil-like Monumento a Alfabetización , marking the 1961 law passed in Las Tunas to stamp out illiteracy. You’ll have to get out to Motel el Cornito to see the exemplary Janus-inspired Cacique Maniabo y Jibacoa , a two-headed Taino Indian chief looking in opposite directions. There’s also the impressive El Quijote de Puerto Padre to add to the burgeoning bucket list of “must sees”

el-quijote-de-puerto-padre

In total the whole province of Las Tunas boasts 125 commemorative works, of them, 47 sculptures, 55 slabs, 11 busts, 3 statues, 3 obelisks, 3 pantheons, 3 mausoleums and a stone tablet.

For their artistic, historical or environmental values, 26 pieces are considered of great patrimonial value, such as the sculpture of Vicente García and to The Mothers whose work symbolizes Las Tunas as a city of great values.

Las Tunas Vicente Garcia

Back in town center the small Galería Taller Escultura Rita Longa pulls together some fine local work and is worth a visit.

Overall a visit to Las Tunas could be entirely consumed viewing statutes and street art. Sometimes nestled in a corner or on epic grandiose display, the ‘city of sculptures’ of Las Tunas is a remarkable artistic expression.

About Las Tunas Cuba

Las Tunas Cuba

The City’s true name is Victoria de Las Tunas however, you’ll never hear a Cuban saying anything other than simply “Las Tunas”, or even just Tuna. The word Tuna means Danube in Turkish and some unofficial suggestions assume that there may have been some Turkish influence in the city. The City of Las Tunas was founded in the 1750s, but was never more than a rickety marketplace town until Las Tunas was declared a province in 1975 and therefore needed a provincial capital.

Las Tunas Center

Tourists visiting Cuba could be forgiven for not noticing this small, predominantly agricultural province while on their way to the bigger cities of Camaguey, Holguin or Bayamo. In fact only about 65 km (40 miles) of the central Cuban highway road actually passes through it. In contrast, the provincial capital makes an excellent stopover city while traversing Cuba.

Covarrubias Beach Las Tunas

Visitors are drawn to the beaches of the jagged northern coast, indented by three impressive bays. The province of Las Tunas boasts 35 virgin and largely unused beaches, of which only one called Playa Covarrubias has been fully exploited for tourism. Playa Covarrubias is known for its fine white sand and supreme coastal protection by a 3km coral reef. The Brisas Covarrubias Resort has become the mainstay for tourism in Las Tunas and the Covarrubias beach is set to host 2 other all inclusive hotels before 2018.

Las Tunas Railway Train Station

Las Tunas Railway

Getting the train in Cuba can be both an amusing and frustrating pastime. For some odd reason it’s one of those indelible memories youll make in Cuba and we highly recommend giving it a shot. The train station in Las Tunas is right next to the Baseball stadium called Estadio Julio Antonio Mella on the northeast side of the town center. The faster non-stop Havana to Santiago de Cuba called the Tren Francés doesn’t stop in Las Tunas so you’re left with slower, less reliable services if you are looking for a stopover in Las Tunas station. Trains to Havana (via Camaguey and Santa Clara) leave on odd-numbered days; the service to Santiago leaves on even-numbered days. There are daily services to both Camaguey and Holguin City. We recommend double-checking the timetables and prices when you arrive in Cuba and just before you depart.

Address: Calle Terry Alomá entre Lucas Ortíz & Ángel de la Guardia

Brisas Covarrubias Resort Las Tunas Cuba

Brisas Covarrubias Hotel

Brisas Covarrubias real gem of a resort combining a peaceful & relaxing all-inclusive vacation with one of Cuba’s most beautiful beaches.

Covarrubias is a small resort offering 180 rooms comprised of; 131 double standard, 32 triples, 14 marital, 2 suites. As may be expected at one of the Caribbean’s finest beaches, there are great water sports including snorkeling, fishing, kayaks, catamarans, pedal boats & inflatable boats. A nice selection of meals is available at the International buffet restaurant and the resort also features 3 bars: a lobby Bar. A snack-aqua bar, discotheque. Hotel Brisas Covarrubias serves good food from its snack bar, buffet restaurant & a la carte restaurant, which changes theme every night. Its 3 bars serve a good range of drinks, while Covarrubias also offers a good variety of coffees. The staff put on highly entertaining nightly shows, while the disco building overlooking the mangroves offers a picturesque end to the day. Guests are advised to take insect repellent because, as with many hotels in Cuba, mosquitoes can be a problem in the evening.

Brisas Covarrubias Las Tunas

Covarrubias is especially recommended for its scuba diving activities & there are 12 sites nearby, including a coral reef. In addition to the amazing beach, guests can wade into the beautiful lagoon & discover an array of tropical birds & fish.

The grounds are very well kept & the resort is conveniently laid out, making it perfect for families & guests of all ages. There is also a gym, tennis courts, children’s club with separate pool & daytime activities organized by friendly staff. If you prefer to relax in the sun, you will find peaceful seclusion on the large beach or around the pool.

If you are looking for a relaxing vacation in an idyllic quiet location with the most dedicated and warm staff, you will certainly find all you need at Covarrubias hotel in Las Tunas.

When you click “Reserve at Covarrubias Las Tunas Hotel” you will be comparing rates and availability from all three possible sources:

  • All major international suppliers of Hotel Covarrubias Las Tunas
  • The Cuban tourism ministry
  • Direct with Hotel Covarrubias itself

Our booking process is unique because it shows the best rate from all of these for Covarrubias hotel in Las Tunas and the types of rooms available. Our Covarrubias Las Tunas rate comparison is an industry first for Cuban Hotels.

Once you’ve compared the rates, finalizing the booking at Covarrubias Hotel takes just seconds and an immediate confirmation is provided in real-time.

No Prepayment – No booking fees – No Charges

Las Tunas Hotel Reservations

Hotel Islazul Las Tunas Cuba

Islazul-Las-Tunas-Hotel

Hotel Islazul Las Tunas is a nicely managed 3 star hotel with 142 rooms located right in the center of town in downtown Las Tunas. While quite basic the hotel offers adequate comfort, privacy and overall great service for its lowly price range. Hotel Islazul Las Tunas has a lively lobby bar, where you will find a variety of drinks and our entertaining barmen. The pool is open from 9:00 a.m. so guests can escape from the humid temperatures in Las Tunas and freshen up.

Islazul-Las-Tunas-Pool

Hotel Islazul Las Tunas is also the main rent a car office in Las Tunas but guests are advised to book in advance due to vehicle shortages. Hotel Islazul Las Tunas has an excellent hairdresser and barber’s shop, medical center, and an onsite restaurant serving Italian cuisine including pizza and pasta.

When you click “check availability at Islazul Las Tunas Hotel” you will be comparing rates and availability from all three possible sources:

  • All major international suppliers of Hotel Islazul Las Tunas
  • The Cuban tourism ministry
  • Direct with Hotel Islazul itself

Our booking process is unique because it shows the best rate from all of these for Islazul hotel in Las Tunas and the types of rooms available. Our Islazul Las Tunas rate comparison is an industry first for Cuban Hotels.

Once you’ve compared the rates, finalizing the booking at Islazul Hotel takes just seconds and an immediate confirmation is provided in real-time.

No Prepayment – No booking fees – No Charges

Las Tunas Hotel Reservations