"Trinidad" Trinidad by Joseph69

Trinidad Travel Guide: 229 reviews and 671 photos

Trinidad

Trinidad has been one of UNESCOs World Heritage sites since 1988.

Trinidad was founded in 1514 by Diego Velázquez de Cuéllar. It's one of the best preserved cities in the Caribbean from the time when the sugar trade was the main industry in the region. These days, its main industry is tobacco. The older parts of town are well preserved.

It's a lively town at night also, which is a great place to put your dancing shoes and do some Salsa dancing!

You will notice in the photo of the CUC25, which consists the cathedral Iglesia Parroquial de la Santisima Trinidad, which was built between 1817 and 1892. It was the largest church in Cuba. I took the photo hoping to get as close to what the coin has as possible.

Plaza Mayor

This is the centre of Trinidad.

Trinidad

Iglesia Parroquial de la Santisima Trinidad

The cathedral Iglesia Parroquial de la Santisima Trinidad, built between 1817 and 1892.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Fun town, cheap cigars
Cons:Cannot think of any currently
In a nutshell:I felt I saw more of the Cuban culture here

Last visit to Trinidad: Dec 2006
Intro Updated Jan 12, 2007
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Reviews (5)

Salsa Dancing Nightlife (2)

Well, if you come to Cuba, and especially Trinidad, and you don't get into the salsa dancing, well, in my opinion,... more travel advice

Ration store. Notice the blackboard with prices. - Trinidad

Walk around Trinidad Things to Do (2)

Trinidad is an easy town to walk around in, as the old part is not too big. It's very interesting with fantastic... more travel advice

Photo taken prior to going to dinner - Trinidad

Casa de le Musica Restaurants (1)

Casa de le Musica is located at the top of the steps and has a nice atmosphere. It's not a bad restaurant, although the... more travel advice

Steps in front of the Casa de la Musica Nightlife (2)

Up the steps, there is a band that plays until the early hours of the morning. It's all outdoors, making the experience... more travel advice

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lynnehamman Mar 18, 2009 at 2:18 AM

Joseph-sounds like Trinidad was fun ! I love dancing too-but I guess I will never have the pleasure of Salsa!
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Jefie Jan 19, 2007 at 7:03 AM

Hmmm, I've never tried La Canchanchara, now I really have no option but to go back to Cuba. Again, great tips and pics!