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Plan your visit
Look for the ceiba tree behind the monument, but never touch the offerings left at its roots.
About this place
A monument and memorial boulevard honouring the Cuban exiles who fought at the Bay of Pigs. In the small park behind it stands the sacred ceiba tree, where followers of Santería still leave offerings at its roots.
A quiet, thoughtful place to begin. The sacred ceiba tree tucked behind it was the unexpected highlight.
Location
Find Bay of Pigs Monument and Cuban Memorial Park
On Calle Ocho at SW 13th Avenue. The ceiba tree and the other memorials run along Cuban Memorial Boulevard just behind the eternal flame.
Coordinates: 25.7656° N · 80.2165° W
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