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The Hill of the Cross (Loma de la Cruz), Holguin is a religious site and a popular tourist attraction in the city. Tourists visiting the beautiful city of Holguin will definitely go to see these attractions that are said to be the landmark of the place. The top most points of the hill have the famous cross. The Hill of the Cross (Loma de la Cruz), Holguin is accessible by car or by walking.

The Hill of the Cross or Loma de la Cruz in Holguin as the name says is a small hill in the city, atop which lies the famous cross. This place is one of the well-known tourist spot in the region. Climbing on top of the hill, visitors can see the wooden cross, erected by the famous the Fray Francisco Antonio de Alegria. This site is a well-known place for pilgrimage in the province. Visitors coming in the right time can witness the festival Romerias de Mayo. This is a popular local festival in the region, which is a fine amalgamation of traditional customs with modernity.

The Hill of the Cross or Loma de la Cruz in Holguin is reachable by car but tourists can get more thrill and excitement by climbing the 458 steps leading to the top most point in the hill. Climbing this monumental staircase is tough for some, but is a very memorable climb. Carrying bottle of water is recommended for visitors.

From the top most point, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the city below. The whole of the city as viewed from top of The Hill of the Cross (Loma de la Cruz) in Holguin, looks amazingly beautiful. According to study by the historians, the city drawings were made in the year 1952 from the top most point in the hill.

Refreshments and food are available in the snack bars and the restaurant here. Tired visitors can get down by catching a taxi form this point.

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