Castillo de Jagua, Cienfuegos

Name: Castillo de Jagua
Address: Cienfuegos, Cuba

#5 among attractions in Cienfuegos

Forts and castles, Hispanic colonial architecture

Gallery (4)

Map

Gallery

Facts and practical information

The Jagua Fortress is a fortress south of Cienfuegos in Cuba. It is located near the entrance to the Cienfuegos Bay, in the port of Jagua. It was originally named "Castillo de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles de Jagua". ()

Local name: Fortaleza de Jagua Completed: 1742 (282 years ago)Coordinates: 22°4'0"N, 80°28'0"W

Address

Cienfuegos Cuba

ContactAdd

Social media

Add

Cienfuegos

Day trips

Castillo de Jagua – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cinco de Septiembre Stadium, Palacio de Valle, Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Parque central José Martí.

4.7 miN
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Cinco de Septiembre Stadium, Cienfuegos
119 min walk • The Cinco de Septiembre Stadium, a pivotal sports venue nestled in the vibrant city of Cienfuegos, Cuba, stands as a testament to the nation's love for athletics and community events. Inaugurated on the date it commemorates, September 5, this stadium is not only a hub...
3.9 miN
Nightlife
Palacio de Valle, Cienfuegos
100 min walk • Nestled on the southern coast of Cuba, in the vibrant city of Cienfuegos, stands the Palacio de Valle, an architectural marvel that has become an emblem of the region's rich cultural tapestry. Originally built in the early 20th century, this grandiose structure now...
5.6 miN
Church
Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Cienfuegos
142 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cienfuegos, Cuba, Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral stands as a beacon of spiritual and architectural significance. This stunning church, with its neoclassical façade and twin towers, commands attention in the city's landscape.
5.5 miN
Tower and statue for a revolutionary hero
Parque central José Martí, Cienfuegos
142 min walk • The José Martí Memorial is a memorial to José Martí, a national hero of Cuba, located on the northern side of the Plaza de la Revolución in the Vedado area of Havana. It consists of a star-shaped tower, a statue of Martí surrounded by six columns, and gardens. It is the largest monument to a writer in the world.
5.8 miN
, Interesting neighbourhood
Historic Centre of Cienfuegos, Cienfuegos
148 min walk • The Historic Centre of Cienfuegos, is located in the city of Cienfuegos in Cuba. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005, because of its outstanding Neoclassical architecture architecture and its status as the best example of early 19th century Spanish urban planning.
5.4 miN
22°8'42"N • 80°27'51"W
Cementerio La Reina, Cienfuegos
139 min walk • Cemetery
5.8 miN
Universities and schools
University of Medical Sciences, Cienfuegos
148 min walk • The University of Medical Sciences, Cienfuegos was established in 1979 in Cienfuegos, Cuba. Provencial General Hospital "Dr. Gustavo Aldereguía Lima" is affiliated to the university.