Santa Clara will forever be remembered as the site of the last battle of the Cuban Revolution, where Ernesto ‘Che’ Guevara led a group of rebels in a mission to derail an armoured train, resulting in the definitive defeat of the Batista regime. And though bullet holes still bear witness to the hardships of the revolution, today, Santa Clara is a youthful and ferociously creative city, whose large student population contributes to the vibrant nightlife and artistic scenes, and a forward-thinking mentality, making it a unique place in Cuba.
Facts
Population: |
Almost 250,000 |
Currency: |
For many years, there were two currencies in simultaneous circulation. The Cuban Peso (CUP, or MN — moneda nacional) was used exclusively by Cubans, while the Cuban Convertible Peso (CUC) was used by foreigners.
In 2020, the Cuban Convertible Peso (CUC) was eliminated. Only the Cuban Peso (CUP) remains in use. |
Hotels: |
Hotels » |
Emergency numbers: |
Police: 106 Ambulance: 104 Fire brigade: 105 |
Newspapers: |
Vanguardia |
Opening hours: |
Most establishment in Santa Clara tend to open between 10 and 11am. Restaurants and bars can stay open late, while shops usually close in the early evening, at about 6pm. |
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