Cuba Moncada Barracks in Santiago de Cuba
Fidel Castro and his men attacked the Moncada Barracks in Santiago de Cuba on July 26 1953, and this is seen as the start of the Cuban revolution. The attack failed. Bullet holes on the walls are preserved. The Barracks now serve as a school.
Travel Information
The Moncada Barracks lie about 1 km off the center of Santiago de Cuba. I walked to the site. There was security at the gate, but entry to the compound was free in January 2017. Movement was restricted to - lets say - the first 100 m beyond the gate. It might get slightly crowded, when a busload of tourists arrives.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
Daytime
Sunrise & Sunset
06:24 - 19:34
| current local time: 03:08
Photo Themes
Architecture
Historic building
Locations
Santiago de Cuba
Avenida Moncada
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