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Cienfuegos, Cuba

Cienfuegos is home to the deepest bay in the country and has been for a long time, a favourite anchoring place for sailors, pirates and traders. Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1494, the city was created by the French who left their mark with the neo-classical architecture still seen to this day. Cienfuegos retains the atmosphere of a village with its arcaded streets in pastel colours where the inhabitants find protection from the heat.

Very beautiful houses (neoclassical architecture)
A very beautiful bay
An authentic Cuban atmosphere is almost guaranteed
Not yet visited by too many tourists

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It's an industrial city
Beware of the touts

Weather Cienfuegos - choosing the best time to go

Cuba - Cienfuegos

All overall indicators 61/100 Good
Temperature indicators 78/100 Good
Bad weather indicators 18/100 Very bad
Sunbathing indicators 48/100 Average
Swimming indicators 84/100 Excellent
Wind indicators 70/100 Good
Temperature indicatorsVery hot :
The maximum temperature is <24°, temperature felt between 33°C and 36°C.
Bad weather indicatorsHeavy rain :
Heavy rain - averaging over 4.5mm per day.
Sunbathing indicatorsSunny intervals :
Cloudy with sunny intervals (40% to 60% cloud cover).
Swimming indicatorsVery pleasant / Optimal :
High air temperature (>24°C), high sea temperature (>24°C), light to moderate winds (between 7 mph and 12 mph).
Wind indicatorsLight warm breeze :
Near optimal comfort: moderate to light winds (between 6 mph and 7 mph) in a warm enviromnment (>24°C).

Weather finder : Cienfuegos / May Annual weather finder : Cienfuegos

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To see

Cienfuegos is a small colonial town that has managed to maintain the atmosphere of a small village. While it is an industrial port it has managed to retain a lot of its charm.

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To do

Visit the Parque José Martí, take a tour to the Cathedral de la Purisma Concepcion and take a stroll on the Punta Gorda.

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To think about

Remember to avoid the cyclone season (October - November). Bring along light clothing and lots of sunscreen.

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To avoid

Avoid making negative or critical comments about Fidel Castro, or ask their opinion on the political regime; this may make Cubans feel uncomfortable.

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To try

Cuban cuisine is quite simple and not diverse. Chicken and rice are its main staples. It is common for potatoes, fried bananas and yams to be served with the main meal. Make it your mission to taste the local lobster!

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To bring back

Of course, Cuban rum is excellent, as are the cigars. The local shirts, known as guayabera and straw hats guajiro are also a good buy. As for the music, you will find many recordings by local artists.

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