Guillermo Key, Ciego de Avila. Cuba
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Beach is one of the nicest in Caribbean, seclusion and pristine afterprotected by stunning coral reefs. With its rich flora and fauna, the colonies of pink flamingos can be seen, is an eco tourist's dreamland.
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Guillermo Key is located in Ciego de Avila
It covers an area of 6910 square km (2670 square miles) and has a population of only 500,000, accounting for the lowest population density in the country. Seventy-two percent of its soil is of top quality, and 82 percent of the territory consists of a gently rolling plain. Most of the buildings in its capital city have large porticos, arcades, columns and tiled roofs. The city's main artery is Independencia (Independence) Avenue, on which you will find the Principal Theater, the Raúl Martínez Art Gallery, the José Martí Park, San Eugenio de la Palma (the city's patron saint) Cathedral and a large number of shops, cafeterias and restaurants. The city's traditional arts and crafts fairs are very popular.,
The province has large reserves of underground water and many mirror-like lakes, among which the best known are the Laguna de la Leche and La Redonda lake. Its two most important cities are Ciego de Avila, the provincial capital, and Morón, where rural traditions are deeply rooted.,
The pineapple, the queen of fruits, is the symbol of this region.
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The Cayo Guillermo area in Cuba is an extremely popular scuba diving location and is frequented by both experienced divers and novices looking to explore Cuba’s beautiful coral reefs. The region boasts coral reefs that range between ten metres and thirty metres in height and span over ten kilometres. The marine life thriving in these reefs are tropical species that include varieties Beaches in the Caribbeanof coloured fish sure to enthral even the most seasoned diver.
The Cayo Guillermo area in Cuba boasts four resorts where tourists can find comfortable accommodation close to the beach area. These resorts are the Sol Cayo Guillermo, Iberostar Daiquiri, Gran Caribe Villa Cojimar and Melia Cayo Guillermo. Other water related activities that can be enjoyed in the Cayo Guillermo area in Cuba include:
fishing
swimming
snorkeling
catamaran trips
sailing
boat trips to the other islands
and dolphin sightings.
Cayo Guillermo is particularly well known for its fishing as its waters have helped many a novice fisherman catch a barracuda or two over time.
One of the most popular beaches on the island, and all of Cuba, is the Playa Pilar beach. The beach gets its name from Ernest Hemingway’s yacht, the Pilar. Hemingway was a big fan of the island and referred to it in his literary works as well.
In terms of non-water related activities for tourists on the island, there are plenty of options including salsa classes and jeep trips. You could also go on one of the many island tours on offer, hike along a well-worn trails, sun bathe on the beach or even go bowling at the local bowling alley.
The twin islands
The twin islands of Cayo Guillermo and Cayo Coco are known more for their beaches and coastline than for their man-made landmarks. Just over the causeway is the old town of Morón, where a quaint selection of historic colonial buildings reside. One that stands out in particular is the Morón Railway Station, which dates back to 1924 and features a glorious stained-glass ceiling, a period telephone booth and a yearly festival each December, celebrating the arrival of the steam locomotive.
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Guillermo Key is located in the Ciego de Avila destination
Ciego de Ávila is a province and municipality located in central Cuba.