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Cementerio Tomás Acea, Cienfuegos

Visit Cementerio Tomás Acea, the cemetery garden, which was declared a national monument in Cienfuegos, Cuba

Cementerio Tomás Acea, Cienfuegos
© César O Gomez

The Cementerio Tomás Acea, also called jardín cementerio (cemetery garden), is a cemetery that with its neoclassical tombs and pantheons that stand in a beautiful garden, imitates the spectacular Greek Parthenon. It was declared a National Monument in 1978 due to its cultural and architectural values, and you will be able to visit it in Cienfuegos's city, in Cuba.

Cementerio Tomás Acea, Cuba
© César O Gomez

Founded in 1926, the Cementerio Tomás Acea is characterized by its mausoleums and Italian marble sculptures that are integrated into the natural landscape in a harmonious balance, creating a unique spot to visit. From its exterior, the amazing main façade stands out, which is the result of Cuban republic art.

Cementerio Tomás Acea
© César O Gomez

Here there are the burial places of very significant personalities in the history of Cienfuegos city and Cuba that you will be able to contemplate. For example, the actress Luisa Martínez Casado, and there are also mausoleums dedicated to the veterans of the War of Independence and the martyrs of September 5, 1957. 

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Location:

Avenida 5 de Septiembre, Cienfuegos, Cuba.

Opening hours:

From 8:00am to 6:00pm.

Ticket price:

1 CUC.

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