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On the main street of Banes is an archeological museum which proudly displays artifacts from 7000 years ago, of the Siboney Indians, and 1000 years ago, of the Taino Indians. Its collection is supplied from over 100 archeological sites in the immediate area. This is a tiny museum, however, it is world famous for its pre-columbian pure gold idol found in 1946.
In the year 2004, the town received some money from a Spanish town with which it has twinned. These funds are being used to give the museum a facelift, along with the street that it is on. The street has been closed to traffic, and a park dedicated to the museum is being opened there.
Be sure to ask for Luis, the main guide, who will be honoured to give you the tour, in Spanish or English.
Updated Feb 13, 2005
Address: On the main street - just ask anyone
Phone: 0053 24 8 2691
How would you like to live on a 5th floor in this building, with no running water, no air conditioning in 30+ temperatures, with no money to afford anything else but rice and beens, on $7 per month income for the whole family of four ? Free education in Cuba does not open doors to better jobs: the couple who lives here holds university degree.
Written Jun 14, 2003
There is nothing touristy about this grey, hot town in the middle of nowhere. People are wonderful as everywhere in Cuba but the town is nowhere near touristy destination.
Written Jun 14, 2003
visit local family and see how they live compared to splendor of nearby all-inclusive hotels. We take so many things for granted...
Written Jun 14, 2003
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visit local family and see how they live compared to splendor of nearby all-inclusive hotels. We take so many things for granted...
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Q: Where can I stay for seven weeks next january near the city or beach of Banes, Cuba
A: Ask VTer cochinjew? He's from Cuba! :-)
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If you are staying in the tourist area of Guardalavaca, a great day excursion is one to the Town of Banes, 31 kms to the southeast. I would say that this road is probably one of the most beautiful in...
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Despicable living conditions of hard working families whose life borders on starvation. This particular "condominium" has no running water therefore it has to be carried up in buckets on narrow...
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