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About
three km west of Guardalavaca in the Holguin province, lies the Bahia de
Naranjo nature reserve. This stunning national park is fringed by mangroves and
has an abundance of
surrounding flora and fauna. Where cliffs overlook crushed coral
sand beaches and waterfalls cascade to rivers that wind through thick
green forest. Playa Esmeralda is located in this un-spoilt
wilderness, along a beautiful powdery white sand beach. Not only is
this the ideal spot for the sun worshiper, there is also a multitude of
activities and excursions for the nature lover.
Places
of interest include: Reserva Ecologica Las Guanas, and ecological preserve
with archaeological sites; the Cueva Cigoney, a cave with petroglypgs, and
an interpretive center offering an excellent introduction to the flora and
fauna; the Acuario Cayo Naranjo, a dolphinarium where it is possible to
swim with the dolphins.
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