Cuba
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
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.
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.
✈️ Travel Information for Cuba
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.
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🏛 Must-See Places in Cuba
A UNESCO baroque colonial cityscape with pastel buildings and iconic classic American cars
A UNESCO valley of dramatic limestone mogotes rising above tobacco and coffee fields
A UNESCO colonial sugar town frozen in the 19th century with cobblestone streets
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 continent is Cuba in?
Cuba is located in North America, in the Caribbean region.
What currency does Cuba use?
Cuba uses the Peso (CUP). The international calling code is +53.
What is the GDP of Cuba?
Cuba has a GDP of $107B, with a GDP per capita of $9,630.
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