Santa Clara is where the Cuban Revolution ended. This is where Che Guevara's forces captured Batista's armored train and decided the war's outcome. Today, the city is the main pilgrimage site for anyone interested in Che and Cuba's revolutionary history.

Why Visit

If you're not interested in Che Guevara, there's not much reason to visit Santa Clara. It's an industrial city, not the prettiest, mainly a transit point. But if revolutionary history moves you, this is an essential stop.

Here you'll find Che's mausoleum, museum, and monument—an entire complex dedicated to the comandante.

Getting There

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