The Santisima Trinidad Church
- March 17, 2001
- Rated 4 of 5 by
travelman from toronto, Ontario
This church is the symbol of Trinidad just as the Eiffel Tower is of Paris. This city is the only UNESCO site (since 1988) in Cuba outside of Old Havana, and deservedly so. The church (1892) was a former convent called 'Antigua Convento de San Francisco de Asisi'. There is a minimal admission charge and one can climb up to the bell tower for an excellent view and photo opportunity. After 4 in the afternoon (when the last tour buses have gone), the domino tables come out on the square in front of this church. If you can schmooze a bit in Spanish, you may be fortunate to be invited to play a few rounds in a foursome. This is truly a peaceful colonial setting where time stands still.
From journal Trinidad, CUBA: A UNESCO World Heritage Site