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Alexander von Humboldt National Park
Alexander von Humboldt National Park is a national park in Cuba, established in 2001, covering 711 km² (275 sq mi). It is the #2 largest of Cuba's 14 national parks.
- Area
- 711 km²
- Established
- 2001
- IUCN
- II: National Park
- Nearest airport
- BCA · 39 km
Nearest airports to Alexander von Humboldt National Park
- 1 BCA39 kmstraight line
- 2 SCU117 kmstraight line
- 3 IGA135 kmstraight line
Matthew Town, BahamasMore about Alexander von Humboldt National Park
Alexander von Humboldt National Park is one of 14 national parks in Cuba. It covers 711 km² (71,140 ha) — about the size of New York City, making it the #2 largest national park in Cuba (15.5% of the country's national park area).
History and protection
The park was established in 2001, 25 years ago — the first national parks in Cuba date back to 1930. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.
Visiting Alexander von Humboldt National Park
The closest airport is Gustavo Rizo Airport (BCA), about 39 km away — around 51 minutes by car; alternatively Antonio Maceo International Airport (SCU, 117 km). Other national parks within reach include Crystal Peak National Park (185 km²), Inagua National Park (890 km²), Pico La Bayamesa National Park (242 km²) and Turquino National Park (229 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.
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