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Alkisa time compared to Beijing time (China) |
13 hours ahead |
Alquízar, Cuba: Historical Pearl of the Caribbean Coast
Alquízar is an important city in the Cuban province of Artemisa, located about 60 kilometers southwest of the capital, Havana. This historic city was founded in the 17th century and was a center of sugar and agriculture during the Spanish colonial period.
Geography and Climate
Alquiza is located in the western plains of Cuba, bordering the Caribbean Sea, and has a savannah climate with an average annual temperature of about 25°C. The city is surrounded by sugar cane plantations and tobacco plantations. The surrounding area is dominated by sugar cane plantations and tobacco fields. The city covers an area of about 190 square kilometers and has a population of about 30,000 people.
Economic and Cultural Characteristics
The economy is dominated by agriculture, producing sugar cane, tobacco and tropical fruits. The area retains its colonial architecture, with the Church of Santa Rosa de Lima being a landmark historical building. The annual Sugar Cane Festival, held in July, attracts a large number of tourists and showcases the unique Creole culture.
Travel and Transportation
Connected to Havana via the Cuban National Highway, the drive takes about 1.5 hours. Visitors can visit the ruins of a 19th-century sugar mill, experience a traditional horse-drawn carriage tour, and the neighboring Bay of Bahia Honda is a famous beach resort.
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