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19 March 2024
There are several trails in the Zapata which allow for careful interaction with nature, while appreciating its spectacular and diverse beauty. Whilst walking in the bio-reserve you can observe different forest formations and vegetation types, landforms and lagoons – habitat to the large colonies of pink flamingos - as well as the karst formations that have developed along the coastline with fascinating sinkholes, Casimbas and lapíes associated with tectonic breaking, and diverse fauna that populate them. Every now and again (the Zapata is sparcely populated when compared to the rest of Cuba) you will see some local farmers and observe their crops, livestock and lifestyle.
There are several organized hikes, some including visits to the nearby historical Palmar Bonito site (This is where in 1895 they took up arms against Spanish colonialism and for the independence of the country. ...
There are several trails in the Zapata which allow for careful interaction with nature, while appreciating its spectacular and diverse beauty. Whilst walking in the bio-reserve you can observe different forest formations and vegetation types, landforms and lagoons – habitat to the large colonies of pink flamingos - as well as the karst formations that have developed along the coastline with fascinating sinkholes, Casimbas and lapíes associated with tectonic breaking, and diverse fauna that populate them. Every now and again (the Zapata is sparcely populated when compared to the rest of Cuba) you will see some local farmers and observe their crops, livestock and lifestyle.
There are several organized hikes, some including visits to the nearby historical Palmar Bonito site (This is where in 1895 they took up arms against Spanish colonialism and for the independence of the country. Even though the uprising failed, it remained an important milestone in the history of Cuba.), the former Australia sugar mill complex (once a productive sugar mill, but now closed down and converted into a museum), or flooded caves where you can enjoy a swim in natural wells.
 
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