Puente de la Concordia, Matanzas
Admire the elegance of the Puente de la Concordia as it crosses from downtown Matanzas, Cuba, to the popular neighbourhood of Versailles
Puente de la Concordia, Matanzas
© Bárbara López Rafel
The Puente de la Concordia (Concordia Bridge) was built in 1878 over the Yumurí river to join the barrio de Versalles (Versailles neighbourhoods) and Matanzas. Today, it is one of the most important symbols of the Cuban city due to its architecture and durability.
The structure of this emblematic bridge has four cylindrical stone columns, designed by architect Pedro Celestino del Pandal. They are placed on both sides of the accesses to the pass. The footbridge is made up of a metal structure formed by arches with a span of 36 metres, forming a striking contrast with the stonework pillars that add height and originality to the construction.
The Puente de la Concordia has become a symbol of the city due to its unique design, so much so that when an important visitor comes to the province they are given a miniature replica of its columns.
Although the locals who cross it daily do not stop to appreciate the structure, you should certainly come and walk around it while enjoying the views and architecture of this emblematic bridge.
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Location:
Calle 272.
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Varadero
What to see:
- Parque Josone
- Mansión Xanadú
- Delfinario de Varadero
- Reserva Ecológica Varahicacos
- Cueva de Ambrosio
- Cueva de los Musulmanes
- Iglesia de Santa Elvira
- Parque Central y Parque de las 8 000 taquillas
- Cayo Blanco
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Museums :
Matanzas
What to see:
- Teatro Sauto
- Plaza de la Vigía
- Catedral de Matanzas
- Barrio de Versalles
- Castillo de San Severino
- Puente Calixto García
- Puente de la Concordia
- Estadio Palmar de Junco
- Parque de la Libertad
- Parque de Bomberos
- Iglesia de San Pedro Apóstol
- Ermita de Monserrate
- Cuevas de Bellamar
- Cuevas de Saturno
- Río Canímar
- Bahía de Cochinos
- San Miguel de los Baños
Beaches:
Museums:
Península de Zapata
What to See:
- Boca de Guamá
- Laguna del Tesoro
- Criadero de Cocodrilos de Guamá
- Gran Parque Natural Montemar
- Cueva de los peces
- Bahía de Cochinos
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