It is somewhat ironic that the place that was settled first in Cuba is only just starting to become known among its many visitors every year. Cuba is not exactly a mysterious place, but Baracoa will usually elicit frowns and shrugs from most of the people who want to go to the country on holiday.

So what exactly is Baracoa all about? Why is it worth seeing and why has it remained something of a secret up until now?

For starters Baracoa is not in the most accessible part of Cuba. It is hidden in the north eastern corner of the country and this means that many people simply don’t venture anywhere near it. There are rewards for those that do however, since the area is incredibly beautiful and has lots to amaze and delight those who do decide to make the journey. Indeed some people do choose to make the effort to see Baracoa, and they spend their entire holiday here.

Such a fact must make you realise that there is a lot here to please you for a whole holiday. Indeed there is – just look at pictures of the superb beaches to see that you are spoiled in many ways. The surroundings are stunning too, with sections of rainforest and wonderfully attractive buildings dotted around the village.

Yes, this is a village – not a town and not a city, and this is one reason why it attracts people every year. It’s smaller than many of the places on Cuba and it has so much to entice you that you won’t want to leave. Imagine streets lined with cobbles. Think about cocoa trees everywhere you turn. White chocolate is one of the things that this part of Cuba is renowned for, so make sure you get a taste of it.

El Yunque is another must see venue in Baracoa – the flat topped mountain that most visitors to the village head for at some point. Make the most of this village and let it reveal some of Cuba’s best kept secrets to you as well.