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Cuba

Cuba
Capital
Havana
Population
11.1M
Area
109,884 km²
Language
Spanish

Cuba is a country in Caribbean, North America. Its capital is Havana, with a population of approximately 11.1M and a total area of 109,884 km². The official language is Spanish and the currency is the Peso (CUP).

📊 Quick Facts about Cuba

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Population
11.1M
total residents
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Total Area
109,884 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
101/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$107B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$9,630
per person
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Currency
Peso (CUP)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Spanish
official
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Coastline
3,735 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC−5/−4
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1898
established
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Local Time in Havana

Cuba covers an area of 109,884 km² with a population density of 101/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $107B ($9,630 per capita) and gained independence in 1898. It has a coastline of 3,735 km.

Did You Know?

Cuba has the highest number of doctors per capita of any country in the world and exports medical professionals globally. It is also remarkable for its preservation of 1950s American cars, which still cruise the streets of Havana daily.

💡 Interesting Facts about Cuba

  1. Cuba has one of the highest literacy rates in the world at 99.7%.
  2. Cuba has more doctors per capita than almost any other country.
  3. Cuba's vintage American cars from the 1950s are a direct result of the US trade embargo.
  4. Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean.

✈️ Travel Information for Cuba

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Best Time to Visit
November–April
Tropical, dry season November–April
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Cost of Travel
💛 Affordable
Budget–Mid — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$5–15
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$40–100
per night
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Visa
Tourist card required for most nationalities
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type A/B/C, 110V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Cuba on the Map

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📍 Havana, Cuba

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🏆 Cuba World Rankings

1st
Cigars
World's most famous cigar-producing nation
1st
Classic Cars
World's largest fleet of vintage American cars
1st
Healthcare
Highest doctor-to-patient ratio in the world
1st
Literacy
One of the highest literacy rates in the Americas

🏛 Must-See Places in Cuba

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Old Havana

A UNESCO baroque colonial cityscape with pastel buildings and iconic classic American cars

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Viñales Valley

A UNESCO valley of dramatic limestone mogotes rising above tobacco and coffee fields

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Trinidad Historic Centre

A UNESCO colonial sugar town frozen in the 19th century with cobblestone streets

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Varadero Beach

A 20km strip of powdery white sand widely considered the Caribbean's finest beach

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Cuba

What is the capital of Cuba?

The capital of Cuba is Havana.

What language is spoken in Cuba?

The official language(s) of Cuba are Spanish.

What is the population of Cuba?

The population of Cuba is approximately 11.1M.

What currency does Cuba use?

Cuba uses the Peso (CUP).

What continent is Cuba in?

Cuba is located in North America, in the Caribbean region.

What is the GDP of Cuba?

Cuba has a GDP of $107B, with a GDP per capita of $9,630.

What is the best time to visit Cuba?

The best time to visit Cuba is November–April. The climate is Tropical, dry season November–April.

Do I need a visa for Cuba?

Tourist card required for most nationalities

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