Blanca Beach, Holguin. Cuba

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• Bariay. Holguin Province. Cuba
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• Destination: Holguin

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Continue west of Playa Pesquero to stunning Playa Blanca. It is widely believed that Christopher Columbus landed near here in 1492. Don’t miss the Parque Nacional Monumento Bariay, featuring a large monument erected in 1992 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the famous explorer’s arrival.

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Blanca Beach is located in Holguin

In over 25 miles (40 kilometers), the northern coastline of Holguín has 41 beaches. Guardalavaca and Esmeralda are the most popular beaches among foreign tourists. Pesquero Beach has scores of fascinating natural sites, both under and above water; Don Lino Beach combines open areas, architecture and the natural surroundings; and Blanca Beach is very close to Cayo Bariay, where Admiral Christopher Columbus first set foot on Cuban soil, during his first voyage to the New World. Cayo Saetía is northeast of Holguín. This natural spot has 12 virgin beaches.