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Cuba
A distance of 90 miles (144 kilometers) separates the Republic of Cuba from the United States of America. That distance is close enough for cultural if not political influences between the two countries. Contributors typically ask about Cuba's ancient Arawak, Ceboney and Taino past; brief forays into 20th century democratic politics; cultural contributions to world music and poetry; and political plans for the future.
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These two large peninsulas on the mainland of north america are pointed toward cuba?
The two large peninsulas on the mainland of North America that are pointed toward Cuba are Florida and the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico. Both of these peninsulas jut out into the Gulf of Mexico, with Florida being the southeastern most point and the Yucatán Peninsula being to the west of Cuba.
What are the landforms in Cuba?
These are the main land forms in Cuba
Landforms are:
Escambray Mountains
Sierra Maestra ~ Pico Turquino 6,560 ft
Sierra Cristal
Sierra del Rosario
Sierra de Trinidad
Sierra de los Organos
What are the main landforms and bodies of water of Cuba?
Landforms are: * Escambray Mountains * Sierra Maestra ~ Pico Turquino 6,560 ft * Sierra Cristal * Sierra del Rosario * Sierra de Trinidad * Sierra de los Organos Bodies of water are * Cauto River * Laguna de Leche * Zapata Swamp * Zaza Reservoir * Atlantic Ocean * Caribbean Sea * Gulf of Mexico
huh? Cuba's landforms are:
- Sierra Cristal
- Escambray Mtns.
- Sierra de los Organos
- Sierra del Rosario
- Sierra de Trinidad
- Sierra Maestra
What is the absolute locaton of Cuba?
The absolute location of Cuba is approximately 21.5218° N latitude and 77.7812° W longitude.
What are the boundaries of Cuba?
Cuba is bounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the south, the Gulf of Mexico to the west, and the Windward Passage to the east. It shares maritime borders with the United States, the Bahamas, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica.
What is the cost of living in Cuba?
Published: Thu February 17, 2005
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Average salaries, per month:
Teacher: $9.60
Business administrator: $11.35
Engineer: $14.40
Doctor, general practitioner: $27
Doctor, specialist: $31
Taxi Driver: $6, plus tips
Cost of products:
Rice, per pound: 14 cents
Beans, per pound: 35 cents
Bread, per pound: 39 cents
Sugar, per pound: 47 cents
Pork, per pound: 96 cents
Can of soda: 42 cents
Bottle of rum: $2.30
Package of 20 cigarettes: 27 cents
Roll of toilet paper: 19 cents
Milk, per gallon: $4.55 (available at much lower prices for children under 7)
Cheese, per pound: $4-$5 (can be found for half this price on black market)
Cooking oil, per quart: $2.15
Box of cereal: $4-$10 (depending on brand)
Canned soup (Campbell's Cream of Mushroom): $2.50
Transportation:
Buses or fixed-route taxis for Cubans: 1 cent
Taxis for tourists: 96 cents per mile
Entertainment:
Movie theater: 4 cents
Sporting event: 4 cents
Concert: 4 cents to $25
A night at the Tropicana cabaret: $65-$85
Utilities, per month (based on consumption):
Water: 15-20 cents
Gas for stoves: 8-38 cents
Electricity: 38 cents to $11.50
Telephone: 38 cents to $11.50
Cuba has two economies, one in pesos (peso cubano or national peso) and one in convertible pesos (Peso cubano convertible or tourist dollars).
There are separate currencies, as well as shops, restaurants, buses, taxi's etc.
Some items like, milk, sugar, soap are available in peso stores but amounts that people can purchase are limited. Staple goods are rationed (or at least used to be not 100% sure that this is still the practice) on a monthly basis. Things from these stores are very cheap, but quality is generally poor and quantities are limited, not just by rationing either. It's common for stores to run out of things.
If you have access to hard foreign currency you can purchase things in the "dollar stores" that are part of the second economy. The cost of these things is about what you can expect to pay here, perhaps a little cheaper but for most Cubans these stores are priced well beyond what they could afford.
As an example, at a bar you as a tourist would pay a peso (convertable peso = aprox. $1.08 USD) for a beer while the Cuban would pay a peso ( national peso = aprox. $0.04 USD ). You would not be able to by the beer for a peso because you are not part of the peso economy. Unless you look Latin and speak great Spanish, no person is going to take from you or give to you Cuban Pesos and you will be forced to use the Tourist Dollars.
So.... the cost of living for a Cuban is very low, for a tourist it's high.
What are stereotypes regarding Cuban culture?
Banana-based diet, body language, cigar smoking, family commitments, fast music, exciting drinks, exotic dancing, loyal friendships, political involvement, quick speech, and spicy food are stereotypes regarding Cuban culture. Excepting the first and third items, the above-mentioned examples actually overlap somewhat with real-time manifestations of Cuban culture in the diaspora and on the island.
What percentage of Cubans follow the Roman Catholic faith?
Around 60-70% of Cubans identify as Roman Catholic, making it the largest religion in the country. However, the percentage of practicing Catholics is likely lower due to a decline in religious observance over the years.
What are the different races in Cuba?
The population in Cuba is predominantly of mixed-race descent due to its history of colonization and migration. The main racial groups in Cuba include White/Caucasian, Black/Afro-Cuban, and Mulatto/mixed-race individuals. The diverse cultural heritage in Cuba reflects a blend of European, African, and Indigenous influences.
How many people have died trying to get to the US from Cuba?
Since the 1990s, it is estimated that thousands of people have died attempting to cross the Florida Straits from Cuba to the United States. The exact number is difficult to determine due to the lack of official statistics, but it is considered to be a significant loss of life.
What are some common surnames in Cuba?
Common surnames in Cuba include Rodriguez, Perez, Gonzalez, Hernandez, and Garcia.
Is there private and public schools in Cuba?
Yes, there are private schools in Cuba, but they are restricted in number and heavily regulated by the government. The vast majority of schools in Cuba are public and run by the state with education being free and mandatory for all children up to the age of 15.
Corruption in Cuba can be attributed to a variety of factors, including limited economic opportunity, lack of political freedoms, and the centralized nature of the government. The government's control over various aspects of society, such as the media and judiciary, can create an environment where corruption can flourish. Additionally, the dual currency system and limited access to goods can incentivize individuals to engage in corrupt practices.
What is the relative location of cuba?
Cuba is located in the northern Caribbean sea, south of Florida and east of Mexico. It is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
How has communism affected people of cuba?
Most people committed suicide which caused Cuba's population to go down. A lot of them were woman which also made the reproduction levels decrease. Men were desperate for sexual intercourse so they went to other countries as prostitute's and sexually transmitted diseases eg. herpes, aids, crabs etc. became more common.
Are there any myths or legends about Cuba?
Yes there are myths and legends in cuba. There is the Guije they come around at night scarcly dressed or naked and scare children and families and kill them except the parents the kill thereselves
Yes, Cubans are able to travel both domestically and internationally. However, there are restrictions in place that can make it difficult for them to travel freely, such as obtaining exit permits and visas.
What is the most assassination attempts to be made on a single person?
Fidel Castro has had the most assassination attempts against him. 638 times by the CIA.
Who visited Cuba in December 1997?
One notable visitor to Cuba in December 1997 was Pope John Paul II. He made a historic trip to the country, becoming the first pope to visit Cuba. During his visit, he held mass, met with Fidel Castro, and called for greater religious and political freedoms in the country.
Is Cuba still a communist country?
1961 Fidel Castro announced that he was a Marxist-Leninist and than under his leadership Cuba would become a communist country. Cuba is only 90 miles from our shores and still communists.
How do you say papaya in Cuba?
It`s a slang term meaning Vagina. I am visiting Colombia right now and the street produce venders are always shouting "We have fresh, papaya, papaya, papaya." Always makes me laugh(I´m cuban). Around cubans, you would ask for Fruta Bomba, if refering to Papaya, unless you want a bunch of cubans snickering and/or outright laughing at you.
